Challenging beliefs
The first step is to become aware of which of these negative belief patterns you are susceptible to. Keep a journal and record your negative thoughts.
Ask yourself the following questions each time you experience negative beliefs.
- What is my evidence for thinking this way?
- Is there any evidence that doesn't support this belief?
- Could there be other ways of interpreting this event?
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