17a -Identifying, Understanding and Addressing Cognitive Distortions17a -Identifying, Understanding and Addressing Cognitive Distortions
Happiness Isn't Brain Surgery
Do you find that your thoughts sometimes keep you stuck feeling angry, anxious or depressed? In this video serries I explore what thinking errors are, where they came from, how they may have been helpful in the past, and how to change them to be more hel
25:04•10 Jun 2017
Rewiring Your Mind: Tackling Cognitive Distortions with Dr. Snipes
“The key to keeping cognitive distortions in check is to remain mindful of your thoughts and challenge baseless and extreme thinking patterns.”
Ever feel like your own thoughts are holding you back? In this episode of 'Happiness Isn't Brain Surgery', Dr. Dawn-Elise 'Doc' Snipes takes us on a journey through the maze of cognitive distortions. These pesky thinking errors can leave us trapped in cycles of anger, anxiety, or depression, often rooted in past experiences. Dr. Snipes breaks down where these thoughts come from and how they might have once served a purpose, but now just keep us stuck.
Imagine growing up in a home where it wasn't safe to talk or feel. Those survival tactics might have helped then, but as an adult, they're just baggage. Dr. Snipes guides listeners on how to shed these old habits and build new, healthier ways of thinking. She offers practical tips on mindfulness and even suggests when it might be time to seek professional help.
This episode is like a toolkit for your mind, helping you challenge and change those distorted thoughts, paving the way for a happier, more balanced life. If you're ready to stop letting your mind play tricks on you, this episode is a must-listen.
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