Challenge your negative thoughts from "summary" of Don't Believe Everything You Think: Change the Way You Feel ... by
When you feel overwhelmed by negative thoughts, it's important to remember that your mind doesn't always tell you the truth. Negative thoughts can be like a broken record, playing the same unhelpful messages over and over again. But just because your mind says something doesn't mean it's accurate. In fact, research shows that our thoughts are often biased and distorted. One way to deal with negative thoughts is to challenge them. This means questioning their validity and considering alternative perspectives. For example, if you catch yourself thinking, "I'm a failure," ask yourself for evidence that supports this claim. Is it really true that you've never succeeded at anything? Can you think of times when you've done well?
By challenging your negative thoughts, you can start to see them for what they really are: just thoughts. They are not facts or truths. They are simply interpretations of events, colored by your past experiences and beliefs. Remember, thoughts are not always accurate reflections of reality.
When you challenge your negative thoughts, you can begin to break free from their grip. You can choose to see things in a different light and create a more balanced view of yourself and the world around you. It's not about denying negative thoughts or pretending everything is perfect. It's about recognizing that your thoughts are not always reliable guides and that you have the power to change them.
So the next time a negative thought pops into your head, take a moment to challenge it. Ask yourself if it's really true, and consider other ways of looking at the situation. You may be surprised at how much power you have to change the way you feel just by changing the way you think.
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