I was wondering what this "self-communication" entails.

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Self-communication, often seen as talking to oneself, is a common behavior that many individuals engage in for various reasons, including enhancing concentration and self-discipline. Participants in the discussion shared personal experiences of talking to themselves, sometimes even in unconventional ways like growling or humming, which they found helpful for focus. This behavior is not considered abnormal and can have cognitive benefits, as noted in studies. Engaging in self-dialogue can provide a sense of companionship, especially for those living alone, and can serve as a tool for self-motivation and discipline. The act of conversing with oneself, even in humorous or light-hearted contexts, is viewed positively and can foster a deeper connection with one's thoughts and feelings.
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Hello, ever since I was a small child I have talked to myself. I was wondering what this "self-communication" entails.
 
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I talked to myself as well - probably well into university. For me, it helped concentration. Sometimes, I would just growl, or hum. Some of my student colleagues thought I was a bit weird - especially about the growling part.
 
I carry out two way conversations with myself in the mirror. He doesn't seem to think it's weird, but I have my suspicions.
 
I speak to myself quite often. It is a good thing to talk with someone intelligent now and then.
 
Borek said:
I speak to myself quite often. It is a good thing to talk with someone intelligent now and then.
I need to talk to myself so I can speak to someone unintelligent now and again. My wife and my dog are just too smart.
 
What do you mean by "talk to myself"?
 
I don't just talk to myself. I interrupt myself while... Ohh puppies.
 
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Astronuc said:
I talked to myself as well - probably well into university. For me, it helped concentration. Sometimes, I would just growl, or hum. Some of my student colleagues thought I was a bit weird - especially about the growling part.
Yeah, growling is definitley not normal. :eek:
 
Evo said:
Yeah, growling is definitley not normal. :eek:
It's the hound in me.
 
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Astronuc said:
It's the hound in me.

Oh, you dog.:-p
 
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Duke says "Hi".
 
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Yea, and I talk to inanimate objects too. Especially when they hurt me. Growling included.
 
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I've been known to moo at cows.
 
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My wife used to incite the roaming BIA bulls with moos - the result was panicked retreat into the house a flattened front fence. Bulls 'in the mood' are not to be messed with.
 
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Monique said:
It Doesn’t Mean You’re Crazy – Talking to Yourself Has Cognitive Benefits
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/04/120417221613.htm

Living alone now, I think this may be why I'm talking to myself more. :cry:

"One advantage of talking to yourself is that you know at least somebody's listening." Franklin P. Jones once said.
 
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It's easier to discipline myself when I say it out loud :smile:

"stop messing around, get back to what you were doing.. what was I doing?"
 

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