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...
Mr. Least Therapist-Like Therapist, Steve McCready
Good to be Alive! Show
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3 months ago
Mr. Least Therapist-Like Therapist, Steve McCready
If your mind is always full and you’re (quietly) exhausted from trying to make it all work ... Steve can help! Steve McCready (a psychotherapist and coach) works with people who think deeply, care intensely, and want to live with purpose. The very traits that cause us pain and distress — the overthinking, the sensitivity, the chameleon-like adaptation — aren’t the problem. Steve would say they’re actually where our power lies. Connect with Steve here to learn more --&...
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...
