Resilience versus Catastrophizing

People possess inherent resilience, yet they can be misled into believing they are fragile. The discussion emphasizes that catastrophizing—an unhealthy cognitive distortion—can significantly impact mental well-being, particularly among young individuals. This distortion fills them with unnecessary fear about their future and leads to a sense of helplessness regarding problems that are often fixable. The harmful effects of this mindset can hinder personal growth and activism, affecting their ability to engage in meaningful societal change.