Challenge negative thought patterns from "summary" of Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy
When you notice negative thoughts popping up in your mind, it's essential to challenge them. This is a crucial step in changing your thought patterns and creating a more positive mindset. By challenging negative thoughts, you can start to see them for what they are: simply thoughts, not facts. One way to challenge negative thought patterns is to ask yourself if there is any evidence to support the thought. Often, negative thoughts are based on assumptions or misconceptions rather than reality. By looking for evidence to support or refute the thought, you can begin to see things more clearly. Another helpful strategy is to consider alternative perspectives. Instead of automatically believing the negative thought, try to come up with other ways of looking at the situation. This can help you see that there are multiple ways to interpret a given ...
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