<p>Positive self-talk is all about your inner voice and what you say to yourself - especially about yourself. Did you know that you can change how you act and feel just by changing the way you talk to yourself? Read on to find out how!</p><h4>What Is My Inner Voice?</h4><p>Have you ever felt like you were carrying on a conversation with yourself? That's your inner voice. Your inner voice is the voice inside your head. It's you, talking to yourself.&nbsp;</p><h4>How Does My Inner Voice Influence How I Feel About Myself?</h4><p>Sometimes your inner voice tells you things about yourself. It may tell you that you're not good enough or smart enough. Your inner voice can say very hurtful things.</p><p>When you tell yourself these things over and over, you'll start to believe them. It's usually not even true. But if you tell yourself over and over that you're not good enough, you'll believe it. You may even stop trying.</p><h4>What Is Positive Self Talk?</h4><p>You can practice positive self-talk by training your inner voice to say nice, positive things about yourself. Instead of saying, "I'm not good enough," train your inner voice to say, "I didn't do it this time, but I'll try again. If I keep trying, I'll get it."</p><h2>What Can Positive Self Talk Do for Me?</h2><p>Positive self-talk can help you succeed. If you believe you can do something, you'll be able to it.&nbsp;</p><p>Let's say you have a basketball game and you're nervous about it. Tell yourself over and over that you can do it. Remind yourself of your strengths. Don't say, "I'm terrible at free throws. I'm going to make us lose the game." Instead say, "I've practiced my free throws a lot, so even if I miss one, I know I did my best."</p><p>When you practice positive self-talk, you'll have much more confidence. You can reach your goals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>