Simply put, a mental tape is an internal message you play repeatedly in your mind. Sometimes, the tape is healthy. Other times, it’s toxic.
When the tape is ugly, thoughts act like battery acid, quickly eroding your self-concept down to nothing. In turn, this can contribute to depression and loneliness.
Examples include:
- “I’ve always sucked at interviewing. Why will things be any different this time around?”
- “Who would want to be with me – I’ve got nothing to offer.”
- “I hate myself because (fill in the blank).
5. Unchecked body image issues
One of the best-kept secrets among men is closely held body image issues. I’ll give it to the ladies – at least this is a topic they talk about in open forums.
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