Self-talk

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A speech or conversation to oneself, whether silent or aloud. uncountable

    "One way to develop self-confidence is to try to step back and look at yourself objectively. Use positive self-talk instead of criticisms. Refrain from such self-talk as “I don't matter,” […]"

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internal monologue

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"My positive self-talk creates my reality."

Etymology

From self- + talk.

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