Our mindset can sometimes lead us astray, creating unhelpful and inaccurate perceptions of the world. These mental shortcuts, known as cognitive distortions, are often unconscious and can distort our reality. Recognizing these traps is the initial step in overcoming them and cultivating a more realistic view of ourselves and our experiences. One c

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) provides powerful approach for analyzing your thoughts and how they influence your feelings and behaviors. A core idea of CBT is to challenging negative or unhelpful thought patterns. When you recognize these thoughts, CBT encourages you to analyze their truthfulness. This process enables you to develop more bala