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Harvard Psychiatrist: The #1 Reason You’re Sad, Single, and Lonely (FIX THIS)
The Iced Coffee Hour
Understanding, Observing, and Dissolving Automatic Thought Patterns
Automatic thinking shapes reality, but by being aware of the thought process, one can observe it without needing to immediately change it. By acknowledging and elevating the thoughts to consciousness, the power of negative spiraling can be weakened. Habitual thought patterns are automatic and uncontrollable, but by observing and moving them from automatic to observed, they start to weaken. Willpower is essentially monitoring internal conflict, and by being aware of this process, one can make more intentional choices. Not giving up the fight is key when changing reactions, as noticing reactions weakens their strength and allows for easier cognitive reframing exercises, leading to more intentional behaviors.
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