Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement How to stop catastrophizing
May 30, 2023
The podcast explores the concept of catastrophizing and how it affects our perception of reality. It provides insights on overcoming catastrophizing, reframing negative thoughts, and developing strategies for positive thinking. It also discusses the benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for managing emotional responses and challenging negative thought patterns.
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We Constantly Invent Stories
- Humans are explanation machines that invent stories to reduce uncertainty and feel in control.
- Those stories often distort reality and can produce catastrophic chains of thought that feel plausible.
Start By Building Awareness
- Build awareness by identifying when and where you catastrophize and note common triggers.
- Use that awareness to create habits and tools that interrupt catastrophic thinking early.
Detail Makes Fears Feel Real
- Adding vivid details to a feared scenario makes it feel far more likely than statistics justify.
- The more specific the imagined event, the more real and probable it becomes in our minds.