Are you Losing It? Why Do We Talk to Ourselves
"ለምንድነው ከራሴ ጋር የማወራው?" Do you ever catch yourself asking that question?
If you’ve ever taken a stroll around Addis Ababa, chances are you've spotted someone deep in conversation with no one but themselves. Maybe you shared a fleeting, awkward glance with them as you realized you were having your own heated argument with…well, yourself. Cue the internal dialogue: “Am I okay? Should I be worried?” but fear not; for you're not alone.
Self-talk isn’t just reserved for those dramatic pep talks in the mirror before a big meeting. It's an everyday reality for many. Whether you’re motivating yourself with “I got this” or winning the argument you lost five minutes ago, there's something comforting about narrating your life like it’s your own Netflix special. But where does one draw the line between healthy self-chats and the kind of inner monologue that raises eyebrows?