Job Quote by Zoe Ball
“Someone taught me this really lovely thing, which is when you're panicking or thinking, 'I can't do this, I can't do this,' you just say, 'Right. Hi, negative thoughts. Stop bothering me. If you just wait there, I'm going to do this job, then I'll come back and talk to you later.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast episode, 2023
When panic hits, address the negative thought as a separate entity and postpone it, allowing focus on the task at hand.
In simple terms: Talk to your anxiety as a temporary visitor and delay the conversation.
Key Takeaway
Pause the panic, act, then return later.
Themes
self‑regulation
anxiety management
focus
Mood
calm
determined
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- exam preparation
- urgent decision‑making
- creative work
Key Concepts
cognitive reframing
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice this technique daily?
- What triggers your negative thoughts most often?
A Different Perspective
If the thought resurfaces, it may still disrupt performance.
