Always Quote by Stephen Colletti
“Things don't just fall into place because you have a dream. You're always going to have those negative thoughts. Our minds love to play with us - we're going to be our own worst critics - but I just say to myself, 'File it back.' I just try to bring any negative thoughts to light and deal with them, so I can file them away.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast episode, 2022
Negative thoughts arise naturally; acknowledge them, then set them aside to maintain mental clarity.
In simple terms: Notice and file away negative thoughts.
Practice mental filing of criticism.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily journaling
- therapy sessions
- stressful work projects
- personal setbacks
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies help you file thoughts thoughts?
- How can you distinguish useful critique from self‑sabotage?
Might oversimplify deep emotional issues.