Dealing with Negative Thoughts
Use this guide to help you get unstuck from negative thoughts.
Step 1: Remember that thoughts are not facts and sometimes don't match reality
Step 2: Pick on of the following and write out your answer
- What is the evidence that this thought is true? What is the evidence that this thought is not true?
- Is there another possible explanation or perspective?
- What is the worst case scenario, best case scenario, and most likely scenario?
- Does this thought keep me stuck or help me?
Step 3: Based on your answers above, what's a new thought that is closer to reality or more helpful?