When You Have a Negative Thought

You can’t control the outside world, but you can try to control your reactions to it. One way to do this is with a technique called cognitive restructuring. It helps change your negative thinking and stressful reactions to daily life. Here is the process:

Ask Yourself This:

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Then Say these positive affirmations:

Positive affirmations are a great way to combat low self-esteem, improve your self compassion, and promote positive thought processes. Say positive affirmations in the mirror each morning and anytime you think a negative thought.

Here are just a few examples of affirmations you can say:

• I am capable of success.
• I am smart and kind to others.
• I have healthy relationships that I’m proud of.
• I am beautiful, and I don’t need to change anything about myself.
• I am good at my job and have great relationships with my coworkers, so no one is going to get mad at me.
• I am healthy.
• I am happy.

You are not your negative thoughts!

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