J Pers Soc Psychol February 2014 PMID 24467424

Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: how you do it matters.

Ethan Kross, Emma Bruehlman-Senecal, Jiyoung Park, Aleah Burson, Adrienne Dougherty, Holly Shablack, Ryan Bremner, Jason Moser, Ozlem Ayduk

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The discussions highlight the importance of self-talk methods, with many referencing research that supports the idea of self-distancing through pronoun use, such as 'talking in the third person helps to distance yourself from stress.' The tone is analytical and focused on practical applications, reflecting deep engagement and recognition of the article's relevance to social and emotional regulation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the research findings, emphasizing the benefits of different forms of self-talk.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high curiosity about how self-talk techniques can influence stress and performance.

EngagementHigh engagement

Posts delve into scientific explanations, sharing study details and practical advice, indicating thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some believe it can significantly improve emotional regulation, others see it as an interesting but not groundbreaking insight.

Abstract in brief

  • The studies investigated how the way people refer to themselves during introspection affects their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in social stress situations, particularly for those who are socially anxious.
  • Research showed that using non-first-person pronouns or one's own name helped individuals to self-distance, leading to better performance, reduced distress, and improved regulation of emotions during stress-inducing tasks like public speaking.
  • The findings suggest that shifting from first-person language to non-first-person language can positively influence how people perceive and cope with social anxiety, demonstrating potential benefits even for those with high levels of social anxiety.

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Yuuko Morimoto
@myuuko · X

一人称でない内言は社会的ストレス下での思考・感情・行動を調整する能力を改善するよという2014年の研究。内言に一人称とかないけどなぁ。/ Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters https://t.co/kI3fVUsH81

Aug 1, 2021 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 9,243 followers View post →
Dr Paul McCarthy
@drpaulmccarthy · X

Talking about yourself in the 3rd person helps you to distance yourself from your stress Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal, E., Park, J., et al. 2014). Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 106( 2), 304–324

Jul 19, 2019 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 4,343 followers View post →
Olafur Palsson
@DrPalssonUNC · X

@Dagmar__Gross You have definitely been told nonsense. Research (incl. mine) consistently finds nearly everybody does internal self-talk. “Self-talk is a ubiquitous human phenomenon. We all have an internal monologue that we engage in from time to time”. Kross et al 2014). doi: 10.1037/a0035173

Nov 1, 2022 · 2 likes · 2,239 followers View post →
Psikologi Diri
@PsikologiDiri · X

Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal, E., Park, J., Burson, A., Dougherty, A., Shablack, H., ... & Ayduk, Ö. (2018). Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 116(5), 812–834.

Jul 19, 2025 · 1 like · 2,023 followers View post →
hideyuki takahashi
@hideman2009 · X

RT @myuuko: 一人称でない内言は社会的ストレス下での思考・感情・行動を調整する能力を改善するよという2014年の研究。内言に一人称とかないけどなぁ。/ Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters…

Aug 1, 2021 · 5 shares · 6,561 followers View post →
Carlos Bauche Madero
@carbauche · X

Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal, E., Park, J., Burson, A., Dougherty, A., Shablack, H., ... & Ayduk, O. (2014). Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters. Journal of personality and social psychology, 106(2), 304.

May 25, 2020 · 3,063 followers View post →

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Psikologi Diri
@PsikologiDiri · X

Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal, E., Park, J., Burson, A., Dougherty, A., Shablack, H., ... & Ayduk, Ö. (2018). Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 116(5), 812–834.

Jul 19, 2025 · 1 like · 2,023 followers View post →
おくさん/OKUSUN
@Astella6174 · X

セルフトークのコツ https://t.co/Jbcnmug2Sf ちなみに、2014年のレビューではセルフトークの際、「私」のような一人称ではなく「あなた」や名前を使うと思考や感情、行動のコントロールにおける効果が大きくなることが確認されてる

Dec 29, 2022 · 1,186 followers View post →
Olafur Palsson
@DrPalssonUNC · X

@Dagmar__Gross You have definitely been told nonsense. Research (incl. mine) consistently finds nearly everybody does internal self-talk. “Self-talk is a ubiquitous human phenomenon. We all have an internal monologue that we engage in from time to time”. Kross et al 2014). doi: 10.1037/a0035173

Nov 1, 2022 · 2 likes · 2,239 followers View post →
Samuele Bolotta
@SamBolotta · X

Modern scientific research supports this idea: https://t.co/noZFO8GOa3

May 12, 2022 · 242 followers View post →
冬眠中のF
@DAMDAMF_M · X

RT @myuuko: 一人称でない内言は社会的ストレス下での思考・感情・行動を調整する能力を改善するよという2014年の研究。内言に一人称とかないけどなぁ。/ Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters…

Aug 1, 2021 · 5 shares · 236 followers View post →
Sora-gakirei
@ducloud2020 · X

RT @myuuko: 一人称でない内言は社会的ストレス下での思考・感情・行動を調整する能力を改善するよという2014年の研究。内言に一人称とかないけどなぁ。/ Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters…

Aug 1, 2021 · 5 shares · 97 followers View post →
hideyuki takahashi
@hideman2009 · X

RT @myuuko: 一人称でない内言は社会的ストレス下での思考・感情・行動を調整する能力を改善するよという2014年の研究。内言に一人称とかないけどなぁ。/ Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters…

Aug 1, 2021 · 5 shares · 6,561 followers View post →
Yuuko Morimoto
@myuuko · X

一人称でない内言は社会的ストレス下での思考・感情・行動を調整する能力を改善するよという2014年の研究。内言に一人称とかないけどなぁ。/ Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters https://t.co/kI3fVUsH81

Aug 1, 2021 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 9,243 followers View post →
Alvin Calderon, MD, PhD, FACP
@alvinseattle · X

When psyching yourself up for a presentation, do you coach yourself in the 1st person (I or me) or 2nd/3ed person (you, he/she/they, or own name)? You'll perform better and brood/ruminate less afterwards! Read the research article here: /# https://t.co/hSFaz96vMT https://t.co/nV0OZuVv3M

Jul 2, 2021 · 720 followers View post →
Carlos Bauche Madero
@carbauche · X

Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal, E., Park, J., Burson, A., Dougherty, A., Shablack, H., ... & Ayduk, O. (2014). Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters. Journal of personality and social psychology, 106(2), 304.

May 25, 2020 · 3,063 followers View post →
Dr Richard A.C. Simpson
@RichSimpson_95 · X

RT @drpaulmccarthy: Talking about yourself in the 3rd person helps you to distance yourself from your stress Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal,…

Jul 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 1,985 followers View post →
Dr Rebecca Williams
@Smart_Climbing · X

RT @drpaulmccarthy: Talking about yourself in the 3rd person helps you to distance yourself from your stress Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal,…

Jul 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 2,139 followers View post →
Dr Paul McCarthy
@drpaulmccarthy · X

Talking about yourself in the 3rd person helps you to distance yourself from your stress Kross, E., Bruehlman-Senecal, E., Park, J., et al. 2014). Self-talk as a regulatory mechanism: How you do it matters. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 106( 2), 304–324

Jul 19, 2019 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 4,343 followers View post →