Autosuggestions

/ˌɔːtəʊsəˈdʒɛstʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of autosuggestion; multiple instances or varieties of self-directed suggestions used to influence one's own mind and behavior.

Etymology

The plural form of 'autosuggestion,' following standard English pluralization. The concept multiplied as psychologists documented many different types of self-suggestions.

Kelly Says

Athletes use autosuggestions constantly—'I am strong,' 'I can do this'—and neuroscience now shows that repeating these actually strengthens the neural pathways associated with performance, making it more than just positive thinking.

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