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Challenge negative thoughts with evidence from "summary" of The Overthinking Cure by Nick Trenton
When negative thoughts start to creep in, it can be easy to let them take over. We may start to believe that these thoughts are true without questioning them. However, it is important to challenge these negative thoughts with evidence. This means examining the evidence that supports these negative thoughts and determining whether it is actually valid. For example, if you find yourself thinking, "I'm not good enough for this job," take a step back and ask yourself why you believe this. What evidence do you have to support this belief? Have you received negative feedback from your boss or coworkers? Or are you basing this belief on your own insecurities and self-doubt? By examining the evidence behind this negative thought, you can start to see whether it is actually grounded in reality. Another example could be if you are thinking, "I will never be successful." Ask yourself why you believe this to be true. Have you faced setbacks in the past that make you doubt your abilities? Or are you simply letting your fear of failure dictate your thoughts? By challenging this negative thought with evidence, you may start to see that there are actually many reasons why you could be successful in the future. By challenging negative thoughts with evidence, you can start to break the cycle of overthinking and self-doubt. This practice allows you to gain a more balanced perspective and see things more clearly. Instead of letting negative thoughts control your mindset, you can take control and reframe your thinking in a more positive and constructive way. So next time a negative thought pops into your head, take a moment to pause and examine the evidence behind it. You may be surprised at what you discover.
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