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Catastrophic thinking: When to seek help
Working with a therapist can help to overcome your catastrophic thoughts.
Focusing on the worst-case scenario may mask a different problem. For example, a fear of flying might be a fear to take a job out of state.
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Regain control
While you can't control everything, you can consider realistic options.
If you're worried about flying, research the physics and statistics, and remind yourself that you're safer in a plane than in your car. If you're concerned about a blemish on your face, make an app...
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The impending catastrophe in your mind
The worst-case scenario thinking is troublesome because it causes the very problem we're trying to prevent - an unpleasant or difficult situation.
How often does a negative thought turn into catastrophic thinking? A spot on your face becomes a cancerous tumour. Your ch...
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Face your fears
The most effective way to overcome your fears is to face them.
If you fear flying, take a vacation where you have to fly. If you fear that you have a severe problem in your marriage, address it with your partner. This way, you will know what to work on instead of just ...
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Notice your thoughts
When your thoughts tip from realistic anxieties into unlikely scenarios, take note of it. Also, if your thoughts become catastrophic, notice if you're judging yourself: "I always do this."
We often may not realise when our thoughts become catastrophic. A long-te...
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Catastrophic Thinking: When Your Mind Clings to Worst-Case Scenarios
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There is less downside than you fear
The fear of speaking out is far worse than actually speaking in a meeting. That worst-case scenario you fear is not really going to happen.
What might happen if you speak out in a meeting ineffectively is that nobody will pay attention and forget you said anything.
How To Break The Cycle Of Negative Thinking
Fill your mind with positive thoughts.
Negative feelings like self-doubt and self-pity can quickly spiral out of control. Focusing on positive thoughts can help us find balance.
For example, Ben could make a list of potential positive consequences from losing his job:...
Avoiding The Law Of Unintended Consequences
Some basic techniques we can apply to minimize the unintended problems:
- Apply non-action: Not acting out the impulsive reaction that we think will solve a problem is often the simplest way to let it subside.
- Think of the risks: What feels ri...
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