Cognitive Distortions

Lack of self-awareness can cause cognitive distortions, which are irrational thinking patterns that can lead to anxiety and depression.

1. Emotional Reasoning: When someone's emotions override their thoughts, leading them to make inaccurate conclusions.
2. Black&White Thinking: When someone only sees things in extremes, completely ignoring any gray areas.
3. Overgeneralization: When someone takes one instance and assumes it applies to all similar situations, resulting in negative thoughts and behaviors.

It's important to recognize and address cognitive distortions in order to improve mental well-being.