We've all been there: one triggered thought, leads to negative thinking, and before you know it:You make a mistake at work and start thinking that you're a failure.You have a disagreement with your partner and start thinking that they don't love you anymore.You see a social media post about someone else's success and start thinking that you're not good enough.We all know how it feels to get caught in the trap of negative thinking. It can lead to feelings of self-doubt, anxiety, and even depression. But there's good news - you can overcome these negative thinking patterns and even reframe them. With practice and awareness, you can  learn to catch yourself when you start to fall into negative thinking patterns and redirect your thoughts towards a more positive and productive mindset.In this episode:How constant negative thinking impacts your behaviorHow to identify and reframe common cognitive distortionsWays to catch negative thinking patternsPractical tips for reframing negative thoughts and redirecting mindsetTools for processing triggers and negative thoughtsWhat you can do to slow down the process of negative thinkingWhy is it essential to acknowledge both the positives and negatives of a situationStrategies for overcoming self-blame and blaming othersWhy you should avoid overgeneralization and fortune-tellingResources and links mentioned in this episodeGet the exact journal I use to self-reflect when I’m triggered HEREOR get the journal bundle + course inside the TRIGGERED MINI SERIES HEREFull Show Notes HERE Connect with Monica:Follow Monica on Instagram , Facebook and TikTok.To learn more about Monica, dive further into topics mentioned, or to submit a topic/guest request, visit her website at www.monicaleighblog.comFollow the podcast on Instagram and FacebookJoin Monica’s email list to become an exclusive insiderThank you for listening to Choosing To Heal with Monica Leigh! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe & leave a review to help support the podcast and keep future content coming!