Cognitive Distortions: How to Stop Believing the Lies Your Brain Tells You
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Learn how distorted thinking patterns like catastrophizing and mind-reading hijack your perspective—and how to fact-check your thoughts to regain clarity and emotional balance.
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Timestamps
00:00 – Why your brain tells distorted stories
00:53 – What are cognitive distortions?
01:46 – How stress reinforces negative thought loops
02:31 – 4 common thought distortions to watch for
05:26 – Why distorted thoughts feel true
06:03 – How to use the “evidence check” technique
07:37 – Using self-compassion to reframe thinking
08:31 – How to build the habit of thought-checking
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