Identify negative thoughts from "summary" of Mind Over Mood, Second Edition by Dennis Greenberger,Christine A. Padesky
Identifying negative thoughts is a crucial step in cognitive therapy. Negative thoughts are automatic and habitual, often occurring without our awareness. These thoughts are not always accurate reflections of reality, but they can greatly influence our emotions and behaviors. By becoming more aware of these negative thoughts, we can begin to challenge and change them. Negative thoughts can take many different forms, such as self-criticism, catastrophizing, or jumping to conclusions. These thoughts may be distorted or biased, leading to feelings of anxiety, sadness, or anger. It is important to pay attention to the content and patterns of our negative thoughts in order to understand how they are impacting our mood and behavior. To identify negative thoughts, it can be helpful to pay attention to your internal dialogue. Notice when you are feeli...
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