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Mindfulness beckons us to unveil that constant inner voice that comments incessantly on our lives. This internal dialogue, commonly referred to as self-talk, is a universal experience. For some, this takes the form of first-person thoughts—“I should have done that,” while others engage in second-person dialogues, scolding themselves with phrases like, “You shouldn’t have made that mistake.” These multifaceted exchanges illustrate the complexity of human cognition; our minds often argue with themselves, reinforcing our worries and dissatisfaction.