Negative Speech Pattern Analysis

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1. Give some 2-3 examples of negative speech patterns that you use. What is going through your mind when you are thinking this way?
Two examples of negative speech patters that I use is “I am terrible at this subject” and “I cannot do this”. When I start thinking this way is when I don't pick up on stuff as quick as I want too. I just start giving up.
2. In 2-3 sentences, tell me about something you would like to improve about yourself. Why is this important to you.
I think the main thing that I want to improve about myself is to stay focused in my classes. This is important to me because if I lose focus in one of my classes and move to the next class; chances are I am not going to go back to work in that class that day.
3. Write three positive

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