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Definition of Negative Thinking

A 2 minute video about negative thinking.

Definition of negative thinking

- Negatively framed interpretations of what we think is happening to us
- These thoughts have a negative effect on our mood and the way we are feeling

The more we give in to our negative thoughts the STRONGER they become
We might not be aware of the negative thought at first because it is a habit
It might come into our mind very quickly
"What was that!"

THOUGHTS STRONGLY AFFECT HOW WE FEEL

Cake image = feeling hungry?
"I am useless", "No one likes me" = feeling a bit low?

If left unchallenged Negative thinking can spiral out of control.

In this video series we will be looking at different types of negative thoughts and suggesting ways to challenge them.

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