Mad in America

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

Critical Thinking: Ironically, while a denial of painful realities can cause problems, an awareness of painful realities can fuel depression and anxiety. The strategy of shutting down overwhelming pain is problematic because it is not selective for only pain but also shuts down our energy, pleasure, and cognitive functions.

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The Anxiety Guy

MARCH 25, 2024

It’s time to break free from the shackles of anxiety and embrace a life filled with optimism and self-empowerment. Negative thinking can manifest in various ways, such as catastrophizing, overgeneralization, and self-criticism. This requires self-awareness and mindfulness of our thinking patterns. Let’s begin.

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My Psychiatry

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Mindfulness is a state of being conscious and aware of your thoughts, actions, feelings, surroundings, and sensations, free from judgment or distraction. If you find yourself spiraling into the habit of chasing the elusive at the cost of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, perhaps it is time to consider mindfulness therapy.

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Child Mind Intitute

JANUARY 28, 2025

Other research shows the benefits of journaling include: Improved emotional and physical health: Regular journaling enhances mood and emotional awareness and reduces stress levels (Baikie & Wilhelm, 2005). Effects of constructive worry, imagery distraction, and gratitude interventions on sleep quality: A pilot trial. Digdon, N.

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