TED · B1-B2
Is it normal to talk to yourself?
自言自语是普遍且正常的心理现象，源于儿童时期的外部语言内化。它能帮助规划、调节情绪并提升专注力，但过度的负面自我对话可能导致焦虑或抑郁。通过认知行为疗法等策略调节内心独白的语调，有助于改善心理健康。
自言自语的定义与起源（一）
Self talk refers to the narration inside your head, sometimes called inner speech. It differs from mental imagery or recalling facts and figures. Specifically, psychologists define self talk as verbalized thoughts directed toward yourself or some facet of your life.
自言自语的定义与起源（二）
In fact, psychologists believe our first experiences with self talk are mostly vocal, as children often speak to themselves out loud as they play. In the 1930s, Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky hypothesized that this kind of speech was actually key to development. By repeating conversations they’ve had with adults, children practice managing their behaviors and emotions on their own. Then, as they grow older, this outward self talk tends to become internalized, morphing into a private inner dialogue.
自我对话的功能与影响
One thing we know for certain, however, is that what you say in these conversations can have real impacts on your attitude and performance. Engaging in self talk that’s instructional or motivational has been shown to increase focus, boost self esteem, and help tackle everyday tasks. For example, one study of collegiate tennis players found that incorporating instructional self talk into practice increased their concentration and accuracy.
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