Question of the Day- Is it Alright to Talk to Yourself?
By DB
@dgobucks226 (35608)
March 22, 2024 7:18pm CST
When I misplace something in the house, I talk to myself as I try to remember where I put the darn thing, whatever it happens to be. I might even admonish myself by saying my name aloud for putting the item in a place I can't find it. It got me to wondering is talking to yourself normal behavior.
It definitely would be kind of embarrassing if someone overheard me talking to myself, as one is supposed to communicate with another person, right?
One explanation given by scientists for self-talk is as a young child our speech is still developing, and we are learning to connect our inner thoughts to speech. As we age, we can better verbalize those thoughts into full sentences. Therefore, the need to self-talk is replaced by communication with others.
I did notice athletes using self-speech sometimes, an example would be tennis. Maybe it helps them concentrate better, block out distractions, and improves their performance in their matches. And if you remember the Robert DeNiro-Jodie Foster movie "Taxi Driver," didn't De Niro's character speak to himself. They say it improves self-confidence, although I'm not sure about that one. The character he played was disturbed. 
Oh well, however strange talking to myself might be, at least I don't think there is an imaginary person talking back to me. 
So, my question to you is, do you ever self-talk? And can you think of any other reasons why someone would communicate to themselves.
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Oh well, however strange talking to myself might be, at least I don't think there is an imaginary person talking back to me.
So, my question to you is, do you ever self-talk? And can you think of any other reasons why someone would communicate to themselves.
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14 responses
@RebeccasFarm (89882)
• Arvada, Colorado
23 Mar
I like to say that I say things out loud..not really talking to myself.
You should hear how I say them too.
I think it is great to talk to yourself.
I think it is great to talk to yourself.5 people like this
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
I do the same thing. I'm not expecting an answer, but when I misplace things, I wish someone would tell me where I put them.
I imagine a few cuss words might be uttered when talking to yourself... 
Science experts believe saying it out loud, like a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.
I imagine a few cuss words might be uttered when talking to yourself...
Science experts believe saying it out loud, like a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.1 person likes this
@RebeccasFarm (89882)
• Arvada, Colorado
24 Mar
@dgobucks226 Yes that or pray to St Anthony
Please St Anthony, please come down, something is lost and can't be found.
Please St Anthony, please come down, something is lost and can't be found.1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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28 Mar
@RebeccasFarm I find prayer to be reassuring whether it works or not I'm not sure.
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
Hmm, answering yourself. That's a little scary! Apparently you found those conversations between yourself both interesting and stimulating 
Apparently you found those conversations between yourself both interesting and stimulating 
@pumpkinjam (8763)
• United Kingdom
20 Apr
I think it's quite normal to talk to yourself up to a point. I am a female sharing a home with three men... talking to myself is the norm for me
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@pumpkinjam (8763)
• United Kingdom
23 Apr
@dgobucks226 not shut out of conversations as we have many of the same interests. I meant more that they don't listen if I ask them something
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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23 Apr
Guess that can leave you shut out of many conversations...
It's quite alright to do so according to some scientific studies.1 person likes this
@kaylachan (69670)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
23 Mar
Sometimes I do. Especially if I'm trying to spell out a word or something. I also talk to my cat as if he were human. My husband doesn't talk to himself all that often, but occassionally, he'll blurt out something. Because his brain is healing and he's trying to reconnect.
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
I see. When I was in school it helped me to memorize a lesson better by saying it aloud to myself. For example, when learning a foreign language. Or having to give a speech in front of people it helps by practicing it to yourself first.
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words. I remember our Spanish teacher having us repeat phrases aloud or answer in that language to learn it better.
Yes, when I had a cat, I would do the same. I do not see anything wrong with speaking aloud to oneself.
Thanks for the input!
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
Well, that's an interesting theory. 
I never thought of equating one's intelligence with talking aloud to themselves.
Some examples of self-speak...
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words.
We might speak out loud to better visualize things. A puzzle like "Where's Waldo" is an example where you're finding an image.
I never thought of equating one's intelligence with talking aloud to themselves.
Some examples of self-speak...
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words.
We might speak out loud to better visualize things. A puzzle like "Where's Waldo" is an example where you're finding an image.1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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28 Mar
@rebelann I disagree. I know when I talk aloud especially when looking for something I misplaced it helps me focus on where I might have left it.
When I was in school it helped me to memorize a lesson better by saying it aloud to myself. For example, when learning a foreign language. Or having to give a speech in front of people it helps by practicing it to yourself first.
So, in my view, there can be a useful reason for talking aloud.
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@FourWalls (68000)
• United States
23 Mar
Sure, it’s okay to talk to yourself, just don’t ask yourself to repeat something because you weren’t listening!
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
I remember in school it helped me to memorize a lesson better by saying it aloud to myself. For example, when learning a foreign language. Or having to give a speech in front of people it helps by practicing it to yourself first.1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
Science experts believe saying it out loud, like a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.
I have recently found myself doing that in the grocery store looking at my shopping list and directing myself to the proper store aisles to find it. I try to do it quietly as to not get those strange looks.
I try to do it quietly as to not get those strange looks. 1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
I guess a cat would answer you with a meow. When I had a cat I talked to her. I think many pet owners do.
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words.
We might speak out loud to better visualize things. A puzzle like "Where's Waldo" is an example where you're finding an image.
When I had a cat I talked to her. I think many pet owners do.
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words.
We might speak out loud to better visualize things. A puzzle like "Where's Waldo" is an example where you're finding an image.1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
It's quite alright to do so according to some scientific studies. Science experts believe saying it out loud, like a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.
When I was in school it helped me to memorize a lesson better by saying it aloud to myself. For example, when learning a foreign language. Or having to give a speech in front of people it helps by practicing it to yourself first.
Maybe you did the same when in school.
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
I agree. I do the same thing. Some examples of using self-talk.
When I was in school it helped me to memorize a lesson better by saying it aloud to myself. For example, when learning a foreign language. Or having to give a speech in front of people it helps by practicing it to yourself first.
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words.
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@aninditasen (16389)
• Raurkela, India
23 Mar
I do talk to myself sometimes but try to check myself the moment I realize I am doing so.
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@aninditasen (16389)
• Raurkela, India
26 Mar
@dgobucks226 Since I stay alone I am careful about not talking to myself and check myself when I do so as my neighbours will think me to be mad.
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
I think more people than we might think talk aloud to themselves.
Science experts believe saying it out loud, like a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words.
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@LindaOHio (178568)
• United States
23 Mar
I usually talk to the television and make comments about what I see or I watch the Game Show Network and admonish the contestants for not knowing the answers. Have a good weekend.
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
Ha, ha, I do that too. I would play along to Jeopardy trying to solve the answers before the contestants.
Teachers use this speaking aloud technique with children for spelling out words.
We might speak out loud to better visualize things. A puzzle like "Where's Waldo" is an example where you're finding an image.
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@porwest (90823)
• United States
23 Mar
As the old saying goes, it's okay to talk to yourself. Only seek the assistance of a professional when you begin to argue with yourself. lol
I talk to myself ALL THE TIME. In fact, it DOES help me to gather thoughts and formulate ideas. For all sorts of things. I learn a lot through talking to myself, in fact. lol
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
Yes, arguing with yourself would be weird. You are your own best teacher.
I agree with you. Saying stuff aloud does help with organizing your thoughts. I do it myself.
Science experts believe saying it out loud, like finding a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.
You are your own best teacher.
I agree with you. Saying stuff aloud does help with organizing your thoughts. I do it myself.
Science experts believe saying it out loud, like finding a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.1 person likes this
@porwest (90823)
• United States
27 Mar
@dgobucks226 I agree completely. I just told myself so. lol
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@grenery8 (10592)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
23 Mar
you pointed that great, for sports people, which should go for all of us. well, i do make some comments to myself like, ah you missed this, be more careful and such when i am inside my place. but when i go out, in grocery store, i also make comments to myself, not too much, i hope. noone watched me strangely, i think
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@dgobucks226 (35608)
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24 Mar
I've been doing the same lately in the grocery store. Going through my list and directing myself to each aisle location to find it.
Science experts believe saying it out loud, like a misplaced car key, helps us find them because it reminds us of what we’re looking for, and we don’t lose focus.
When I was in school it helped me to memorize a lesson better by saying it aloud to myself. For example, when learning a foreign language. Or having to give a speech in front of people it helps by practicing it to yourself first.
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@grenery8 (10592)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
25 Mar
@dgobucks226 yes, it has many good advantages and learning for school in this watly is a very good thing. for change, exeperts are right on this
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