If it's dangerous to talk to yourself, it's probably even dicier to listen.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- If talking to yourself feels unsafe, listening to yourself is likely even riskier.
- In plain terms
- Self‑talk is risky; self‑listening is riskier.
- What can you take from it?
- Be cautious of internal dialogue that may mislead.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is self‑listening helpful?
- How can we balance self‑talk and self‑listening?
Another view
It may discourage useful introspection.
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