Breaking the cycle
It is possible to break the negative thought cycles.
- Recognise when your mind is going down a psychological black hole. You might notice that you are feeling anxious about an interview. If your next thought is that you won't make it, you could question the basis for your assumptions.
- If you try to take the viewpoint of an objective observer, you could recognise that failure is a possibility, not a certainty, and that you can take proactive steps to improve your chances.
The aim is to develop a more balanced view of the situation based on the evidence at hand.
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