Is thinking the same as talking to yourself?

I believe the question you are really asking is whether we can formulate ideas without using language. In other words, I'm taking “talking to yourself” as formulating sentences in your head but not physically saying them out loud. read more

As for your question, my answer is that making sentences in your head is not the same as thinking, because one does not always accompany the other, but it is a process through which the thought are utilized. read more

Talking to yourself helps you achieve your goals. Making a list of goals and setting out to achieve them can be hard to do. It can be overwhelming. Talking yourself through those goals is a much steadier way to achieve them. If you walk yourself through the process, each step will seem less difficult and more concise. read more

No - because if you are talking to yourself you usually answer your questions as well If you are thinking out loud you don't lol read more