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Stop Telling Yourself Stories That Hurt You

The Psychology of Depression and Anxiety - Dr. Scott Eilers

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Detaching Negative Stories from Experiences

The chapter underlines the detrimental effects that attaching negative meaning to events can have on emotional well-being, using a breakup as an example. By refraining from creating negative narratives around experiences, the speaker suggests that suffering can be significantly reduced. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and altering the destructive self-narratives that often amplify emotional distress.

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