Why Thoughts Matter. Our thoughts shape the way we feel, act, and relate to others. When stress or strong emotion runs high, our minds often take shortcuts by jumping to conclusions (mat) or assuming the worst. When our mind does this, it’s called a “thinking trap.” A thinking trap (also called a cognitive distortion) happens when our brain tells a story that isn’t completely true. These thoughts often show up automatically, especially when we’re stressed, anxious, or upset. Thinking traps na...
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Why Thoughts Matter. Our thoughts shape the way we feel, act, and relate to others. When stress or strong emotion runs high, our minds often take shortcuts by jumping to conclusions (mat) or assuming the worst. When our mind does this, it’s called a “thinking trap.” A thinking trap (also called a cognitive distortion) happens when our brain tells a story that isn’t completely true. These thoughts often show up automatically, especially when we’re stressed, anxious, or upset. Thinking traps na...
An OCD Journey of Playing Hopscotch with Our Brains
Good to be Alive! Show
57 minutes
3 months ago
An OCD Journey of Playing Hopscotch with Our Brains
Jason Figueria thought he was going to be admitted to an asylum in New York City. That was 13 years ago. Today, he's an OCD overcomer and successful filmmaker. His new documentary, "Playing Hopscotch With My Brain" is being set to release later this year. If you'd like to connect with Jason and learn how you can help support the release of his documentary, please email him here --> hopscotchwithmybrain@gmail.com Send the Show a text...we'd love ...
Good to be Alive! Show
Why Thoughts Matter. Our thoughts shape the way we feel, act, and relate to others. When stress or strong emotion runs high, our minds often take shortcuts by jumping to conclusions (mat) or assuming the worst. When our mind does this, it’s called a “thinking trap.” A thinking trap (also called a cognitive distortion) happens when our brain tells a story that isn’t completely true. These thoughts often show up automatically, especially when we’re stressed, anxious, or upset. Thinking traps na...
