1.1.2 Positive self-talk: Individuality and uniqueness; personal achievements


Our self-concept is influenced by our self-talk. Self-talk is the things we say to ourselves, either aloud or in our thoughts. Self-talk can be positive or negative. Look at the example alongside.


Positive self-talk helps to improve our self-concept. It makes us feel better, creates positive attitudes and makes us more self- motivated.


Guidelines for positive self-talk These are some guidelines for positive self- talk: • Focus on what makes you special and unique as an individual. For example, being good at working with animals.


• Remind yourself of your personal achievements, such as being chosen for the school choir.


• Think and speak in positive ways. For example, instead of thinking “I’m bad at Maths”, think “I can be better at Maths.”


• Be confident about achieving your aims. For example, tell yourself “I will learn to play the guitar this year.”


• Remind yourself that no-one is perfect and it is okay to make mistakes.


Here are more examples of positive self-talk: I am good at … riding my bike, writing poems, listening to my friends. Also read the examples alongside.


Activity 3 Value your uniqueness and achievements


1 Write down three things that make you unique and special.


2 List two personal achievements that you are proud of.


3 Think about one negative thought you often have about yourself. Take that negative thought and turn it into a positive one.


I ask interesting questions.


I can do anything I set my mind to.


I am good


It is OK if I make a mistake: enough as I am. I can learn from it.


If I try hard, I’ll reach my goal.


People like me because I am a nice person.


Unit 1 Development of the self in society 11 I have good ideas. I am a fast learner. I am smart.


I am a good influence on others.


I am proud of my computer skills.


I am very creative. I know I’m small for my age and


my legs are thin. But I can run fast and score goals. I think Coach will choose me for the team.


I’m so small and my legs are so skinny. Coach will never choose me for the team.


TERM 1


I always focus on the positive.


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