Tip #1: Keep a journal. Use old-fashioned pen and paper to write down your thoughts, concerns, and experiences in detail. This helps process emotions and gain perspective on problems over time.
Tip #2: Practice gratitude. Regularly reflect on things you're thankful for, acknowledging how others have helped you. This shifts focus away from yourself and fosters connection.
Tip #3: Use third-person self-talk to give you some distance. When facing a challenge, describe it using your name and third-person pronouns. This linguistic trick creates psychological distance and reduces negative emotions. Think: "Laurie's feeling unprepared to give this talk." "Well done Laurie! That talk went great!"
Tip #4: Reframe setbacks optimistically. Challenge negative self-talk by looking for silver linings and reminding yourself that most problems are temporary and specific, not permanent or pervasive.
Tip #5: Get your club on! Join clubs, attend live events, or participate in group activities to feel part of something bigger than yourself. This normally reduces self-focus.
Just processing about the ego and how to conquer negativity
is anyone else tired of the “just be positive” bs? 
Cutting yourself slack...
