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@melrobbins Negative Self-Talk Starts In Childhood
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The video uses a powerful personal anecdote about childhood bullying and its impact on self-talk, making the abstract concept relatable and emotionally resonant. The creator's vulnerability and the clear explanation of how external negativity shapes internal dialogue likely contributed to its shareability.
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Dr. Marc Brackett shares a personal story about his adopted niece, Esme, who experienced bullying due to her skin color in kindergarten. He emphasizes the importance of intervening early to help children reframe negative self-talk and build positive emotional resilience, highlighting that such negative thoughts often stem from external influences rather than internal ones.
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You weren’t born criticizing yourself. You learned it. Dr. Marc Brackett is the Founder and Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and one of the world’s leading experts on how emotions shape your decisions, relationships, and behavior. On this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast with Dr. Marc Brackett, you’ll learn how emotions shape the way you see yourself, why emotional intelligence is a skill you can learn at any age, and how to stop being controlled by thoughts and feelings that no longer serve you. 🎧 “How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence & Never Get Angry or Bothered by Anyone” Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube - search “Mel Robbins Podcast
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