Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) empowers you to modify your thinking patterns and ultimately improve your well-being. A core principle of CBT is challenging your thoughts. When negative or unhelpful thoughts arise, CBT encourages you to reflect and analyze them. Are these thoughts realistic? What support do you have to justify them? By challen
Cognitive Distortions: Identifying and Challenging Negative Thoughts
Our minds are constantly interpreting the world around us. However, sometimes these mechanisms can become distorted, leading to negative and irrational thought patterns known as cognitive errors. These patterns in thinking can shape our emotions, behaviors, and overall well-being. Typical cognitive distortions include all-or-nothing thinking, extr