Writing isn’t just about putting words on a page—it’s a reflection of how you engage with your inner world. Every time you sit down to write, you come face-to-face with your thoughts, and in doing so, you reveal patterns in how you treat them.

The Hardest Part of Writing: Letting Yourself Think So you sit down to write, open your book, and grab your pen. Maybe you write a few...

The way we talk to ourselves matters. Our inner dialogue shapes our self-esteem, influences our actions, and impacts our overall well-being. If our self-talk is overly critical, negative, or harsh, it can hold us back from growth and fulfillment. Fortunately, writing is a powerful tool that can help us recognize, challenge, and transform unhelpful self-talk into a voice of encouragement, resilience, and self-compassion.