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Talking to Yourself: The Surprisingly Scientific Superpower You Already Have
Why Your Brain’s Favorite Conversation Partner Is You
A few weeks ago, my neighbor laughed at me when she caught me talking to myself as I paced up and down our rather steep driveway. I was planning my day and bantering back and forth with my brain on what to do next.
She looked a bit concerned, possibly wondering whether I was losing my marbles! 🤔⁉️
But guess what? I’m not the only one who engages in self-conversation. And science say that if you engage in this habit, it shouldn’t make you question your sanity.
You see, talking to yourself isn’t necessarily a sign of impending madness, rather than its cognitive tool you can use to help you sort through thoughts and make tough decisions. It can even help you calm down when you’re stressed.
So, if you happen to be someone who talks to yourself, know that it’s not just sane — it’s downright brilliant.
