Smash negative scripts with the Let's Define Terms Technique from "summary" of Feeling Great by David Burns
Negative thoughts can have a powerful grip on your mind, causing you distress and unhappiness. These negative thoughts often stem from distorted and irrational beliefs that you hold about yourself, others, and the world around you. One effective way to combat these negative thoughts is by using the Let's Define Terms Technique. This technique involves breaking down your negative thoughts into specific, concrete terms and definitions to challenge their validity and accuracy. When you identify a negative thought, take a moment to define the terms within that thought. For example, if you have a thought like "I'm a total failure," ask yourself what exactly you mean by "failure." Are you defining failure as making a mistake, not achieving a goal, or something else entirely? By defining the terms within your negative thought, you can gain a clearer understanding of what you are actually telling yourself. Once you have defined the terms in your negative thought, evaluat...
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