PsycHacks Episode 40: What if?
Sep 24, 2021
Exploring how shifting from 'What If?' to 'So What?' can foster resilience in dealing with anxiety-inducing scenarios
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Managing Anxious Thoughts
- Become mindful of thoughts causing negative emotions.
- Use the "block and replace" method to substitute them with more realistic ones.
The "So What?" Rebuttal
- Anxious thoughts often start with "What if?".
- Counter them with the attitude of "So what?"
Job Loss Example
- Consider job loss a potential opportunity for a better fit.
- Finding a new job is possible if you've found one before.