7 Surprising Behaviors That Reveal Why Retirees Struggle with Loneliness and Boredom
If you find yourself frequently using phrases like “I’m useless now” or “I have nothing to contribute,” that negativity can morph into a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Eventually, these internal criticisms chip away at motivation, making it even more challenging to try new things or meet new people.
As the team at Inc. points out, how we speak to ourselves shapes our sense of belonging and self-esteem. Those internal dialogues are powerful drivers of behavior.
One trick you can use is to counter every negative statement in your head with something encouraging or practical, like, “I might be new to this volunteer role, but I have years of experience in time management that can help.”
