Negative self-talk, surprisingly, can sharpen focus and drive. However, it’s only beneficial when it leads to self-correction ...

Ever wonder why your mind tends to latch onto whatever you tell it, whether it's true or not? It's like our brain is a sponge soaking up everything we feed it. Whether it's positive or negative ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. How do you say no—or let go—when your inner critic won’t ...

Language isn’t just for communication—it’s a tool for thinking. Here’s how putting thoughts into words sharpens your mind. “Use your words.” It’s something we tell children—but it turns out it’s good ...

When Ellie Shoja goes for a walk, she slips on her headphones and starts talking—but there’s no other voice ricocheting through the speakers. It’s merely a convenient way to disguise the fact that she ...

Your mind can be both your fiercest ally and your toughest opponent. Research uncovers what negative self-talk might really be doing for you, and how to work with it. Have you ever noticed a voice in ...