# Agony Aunties: What’s the Line Between Healthy Processing and Negative Self-Talk?

An episode of [Therapy Works](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1646616622), 26 Sep 2025, 6:37.

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In this episode, the Agony Aunties return to address a listener's question about the often confusing advice regarding feeling emotions versus avoiding negative self-talk. They explain that emotions should be acknowledged and processed, whereas negative self-talk should be identified, challenged, and dialled down. They discuss mindfulness techniques, the importance of self-awareness, and how our body and mind interact in this process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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