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[C] Improvement Pill: How to Destroy Negative Thoughts

LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐

multifaceted

[ muhl-tee-'fas-i-tid ]

adjective

- having many different parts or sides

The problem we're facing is multifaceted, involving both financial and logistical challenges.

impair

[ im-'pair ]

verb

- to damage or weaken something so that it is less effective

Lack of sleep can impair cognitive function and decision-making abilities.

culprit

[ kuhl-prit ]

noun

- someone who has done something wrong

The culprit behind the missing cookies turned out to be the family dog.

dread

[ dred ]

verb

- to feel extremely worried or frightened about something that is going to happen or that might happen

I dread going to the dentist because it always hurts.

chip away at sth

phrase

- to gradually reduce something so that it becomes smaller or weaker

Constant criticism can chip away at someone's self-confidence.

LET'S TAKE A LOOK! [ FULL CLIP ]

What is the video all about? Choose two statements that refer to the main ideas of the video.


1. Negative self-talk can have significant detrimental effects on both mental and physical well-being.

2. Studies have shown that negative self-talk has no impact on physical performance and only affects mental well-being.

3. Transforming negative self-talk into positive self-talk through techniques like journaling can lead to improved self-esteem, motivation, and success.

4. Positive self-talk is solely reliant on external factors, such as being around positive people.

LET'S TRY IT! - FIRST CUT

A. Script Completion

Direction: Watch the first cut of the video and complete the following lines below with the missing words. Write or type down your answers while listening.

⏱ 00:13 - 00:50

  1. "Picture this, you're in the midst of pursuing your goals pushing yourself to new limits, when suddenly a voice creeps into your mind, and insecurities. "

  2. "We all engage in self-talk and it's a of being human. "

  3. "Negative self-talk can be sneaky little saboteur, silently at your confidence and holding you back from reaching your true potential. "

  4. "It's time to shine a spotlight on this and learn how to spot it in action. "

  5. "From the "I'm not good enough" to the "I'm not going to amount to anything" is an issue that needs to be taken seriously. "

LET'S PRACTICE - SECOND CUT

A. Script Completion

Direction: Watch the second cut of the video and complete the following lines below with the missing phrases.

⏱ 00:56 - 02:03

Studies have shown that when we engage in negative self-talk, we activate areas of the brain associated with fear, anxiety and (1) . These negative emotions can cause our bodies to (2) , leading to decreased flexibility, coordination, and overall performance but it doesn't stop there. When we consistently feed ourselves negatives messages, we start to internalize them, leading to a decrease in self-confidence and a (3) in our own abilities. This self-doubt can be a significant (4) to pushing ourselves to achieve our goals and performing at our best. So the impact of negative self-talk on us is (5) . It affects our physical state by increasing tension and decreasing cooordination while also undermining our mental state by (6) and motivation. Understanding this connection is the first step in breaking free from the limitations imposed by negative self talk and unleashing our true potential. Identifying negative self-talk begins with tuning in to your (7) . By paying close attention to your thoughts and jotting them down in a journal, you can gain insights into (8) of your self-talk. It's this practice of journaling, a powerful tool for self-awareness that can help you spot and address negativity in your thoughts.

LET'S DO THE CHALLENGE - FULL CLIP

Direction: Answer the following questions by giving your opinion.


  1. How does the speaker characterize negative self-talk?

  2. According to the speaker, what impact does negative self-talk have on physical performance?

  3. What is the first step suggested for combating negative self-talk?

  4. How does the speaker suggest shifting from negative to positive self-talk?

  5. What are some strategies recommended in the video for improving self-talk?

LET'S RECAP!

Active-Listening Let-s-Recap-2

1. Which new words/phrases were easiest to remember? Give three.

どの語句/文が覚えやすかったですか?3つ挙げてください。


2. Which words/phrases were you having a hard time to speak/understand? Give three.

どの語句/文が話したり理解するのに難しかったですか?3つ挙げてください。

multifaceted

[ muhl-tee-'fas-i-tid ]

adjective

- having many different parts or sides

The problem we're facing is multifaceted, involving both financial and logistical challenges.

impair

[ im-'pair ]

verb

- to damage or weaken something so that it is less effective

Lack of sleep can impair cognitive function and decision-making abilities.

culprit

[ kuhl-prit ]

noun

- someone who has done something wrong

The culprit behind the missing cookies turned out to be the family dog.

dread

[ dred ]

verb

- to feel extremely worried or frightened about something that is going to happen or that might happen

I dread going to the dentist because it always hurts.

chip away at sth

phrase

- to gradually reduce something so that it becomes smaller or weaker

Constant criticism can chip away at someone's self-confidence.