What Kind of Self-Talk Do You Practice Most? We all talk to ourselves—sometimes like a hype woman, sometimes like a harsh critic, and sometimes like we're narrating a Netflix drama. But the way we speak to ourselves? It shapes our mindset, our choices, and our confidence. Take this 5-question quiz to uncover your dominant style of self-talk—and get a little advice on how to make it work for you instead of against you. Start QuizPage 1 of 5 When you make a mistake at work or in your personal life, what’s your first internal reaction? A. “Ugh, I should’ve known better. I mess everything up.” B. “Okay, that didn’t go as planned, but I’ll learn and bounce back.” C. “Why did I do that? What if this ruins everything? Should I fix it now or later… or both?” Page 2 of 5 You catch your reflection in the mirror and notice something you don’t love. What do you think? A. “Of course that’s how I look. Figures.” B. “I’m not perfect, but I’m still that girl. Let’s go.” C. “Hmm… is it the lighting? The angle? Maybe I need to do something about this.” Page 3 of 5 You get invited to something exciting but way outside your comfort zone. What’s your mental response? A. “I probably don’t belong there anyway.” B. “I’m nervous, but I’ve got this. Time to show up and show out.” C. “What if I go and embarrass myself? But if I don’t go, I might regret it… ugh.” Page 4 of 5 You’re working on a big goal, but it’s taking longer than expected. What’s your inner dialogue? A. “This is probably a waste of time. I’ll never get there.” B. “Progress is progress—even slow steps matter.” C. “Maybe I picked the wrong goal. Or the wrong method. Or the wrong time…” Page 5 of 5 When someone gives you a compliment, how do you react internally? A. “They’re just being nice. They don’t really mean it.” B. “That was kind! I’m proud of myself too.” C. “Wait, what did they mean by that? Are they expecting something?” Ready to send