Watch: Simone Biles' 3 words to herself before her gold medal performance is a lesson on handling pressure

The roar of the stadium and millions of eyes glued to their screens create an electrifying atmosphere. As Simone Biles' name is called out before she steps onto the balance beam in Paris' Bercy Arena, she faces this tidal wave of support and pressure to perform with calm resolve.

With a deep breath, she whispers three empowering words to herself: "You got this."

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At 27, Simone Biles stands as the most decorated gymnast in history with ten Olympic medals and 30 World Championship medals.

Yet, what she tells herself before performing goes beyond the realm of gymnastics and offers a practice everyone can benefit from.

Biles revealed to CNBC in 2016 that her pre-performance mantra is simply, "Confidence" and "You have this."

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Positive self-talk is a strong tool against negative thoughts that can hurt your performance, whether you're competing, working, or dealing with daily challenges, as per Ethan Kross, a psychology professor at the University of Michigan and author of "Chatter," who explains to CNBC MakeIt that this type of self-talk helps fight off the negative thinking that can hold you back.

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What is positive self-talk?

Positive self-talk involves encouraging statements that you make to yourself.

It's a practice of reinforcing a positive mindset by focusing on your strengths, achievements, and potential, rather than dwelling on doubts or negativity.

For example, instead of saying, "I'm not good enough," you might say, "I'm capable and I can handle this."

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This type of self-talk can help boost confidence and reduce stress.

How could positive self-talk help in enhancing your career?

Maintaining a positive internal dialogue creates a constructive mindset that supports career growth.

For instance, a positive outlook improves your problem-solving abilities by encouraging a more proactive approach. This can improve your interactions with colleagues, keadin to a more collaborative work environment.

Further, when you focus on your strengths, you approach challenges with greater assurance and are more likely to take on new responsibilities.

This positive mindset also helps you bounce back from setbacks, keeping you motivated and committed to your goals.

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