ZENandTECH 17: Positive counterstatements

Georgia and Rene recap negative thinking, then talk about common types, and the power of positive counterstatements and ways to develop them. This is ZENandTECH!

Read on for the show notes!

Why do we have negative thoughts?

To constantly remind outselves about some thing or situation we’re afraid we’ll forget
Because someone used to treat us negatively and we’ve taken over their roll and become our own bully

How do you stop negative thoughts?

Realize you’re doing it
Journal it so you can’t pretend it didn’t happen
Classify the types of negative thoughts you’ve had
Write out positive counterstatements for each negative thought

Tips for figuring out positive counterstatements

Ask yourself if the negative thought is true
Is it always true?
What are the chances of the negative thought becoming true? (A bad event actually happening)
If it did come true, what’s the worst that could happen?
A week, month, or year from now, would you even remember it happening?
What would you say to a friend or loved one if they were the one being bullied or criticized?

Homework

Take your journal of negative thoughts and write down a positive counterstatement to each one
Do this for one week and compare how you feel afterwards to how you felt before

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Disclaimer

While Georgia is a therapist, she’s not YOUR therapist. Everything said or implied on this show is for informational and entertainment purposes only. And shouldn’t be taken in any way as a replacement for proper, professional care.