Here are seven ways people who talk out loud to themselves are better off than the average person: 1. You’re able to better work through what’s going on in your mind.

Talking to yourself can also play a role in regulating emotions. By expressing what you feel out loud— "I'm stressed," "this is annoying me," "I'll get through this" —you create a form of ...

People who talk to themselves out loud have an internal system for coping that’s more outwardly expressed, which can help them remain level-headed and calm under pressure. 4.

People who talk to themselves often refine their sense of who they are, strengthening their identity over time. They also become more attuned to subtle shifts in mood and motivation.