Use This Exercise to Start Replacing Negative Thoughts with Positive Self-talk

Speaking to yourself in a reassuring, kind, and optimistic way helps to diminish the negative feelings going on inside our minds. Life can be stressful, busy, and overwhelming at times, but knowing that we have the power to change our perspective offers so much hope. ️

You are not defined by your thoughts.
You are not defined by your anxiety.
You are not defined by your depression.
You are not defined by your diagnosis.
You are not defined by your mental illness.

The next time you're feeling defeated or overwhelmed, try out this exercise and start replacing those negative thoughts with positive self-talk. Your mental health matters and it's important to speak kindly to yourself.