Makes Lifeloads Increase, Here Are 4 Techniques To Stop Negative Thoughts

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JAKARTA - Stopping negative thoughts is the practice of re-causing negative conversations on oneself in order to create positive changes in mindset. But stopping negative thoughts requires more effort than just trying to think positively.

According to research in 2019 quoted by VOI from Psych Central, Wednesday, July 10, children who practice positive talks have better abilities in mathematics. Compared to children who do not practice it at all. Based on research, subjects who have positive conversations about themselves are able to escape from any negative thoughts about their competence and abilities.

Other studies show that psychotherapy techniques in controlling negative thoughts, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), can help individuals challenge negative or irrational thoughts. By identifying repeated negative mindsets, the therapist helps you learn how to respond to negative thoughts in a more constructive way.

Here are some techniques to start correcting negative thoughts and stopping inner criticism that you can try to do.

The tendency to talk about yourself negatively often occurs automatically. Because the nature of the human mind is fixated on negative things. So, the first step in challenging negative thoughts is to realize that you are experiencing it.

It's not only realizing what you're telling yourself, but also when you say it. Understanding triggers, words, and why you say it can help develop the self-awareness needed in stopping negative thoughts.

It would be very helpful if you had evidence that could refute negative thoughts when it appeared. For example, if you think you have poor performance in your work, ask yourself if there is any evidence. Whether your boss or teammate recently scolded you for poor performance.

Denying these thoughts with positive evidence can help reaffirm your abilities and increase confidence.

Having compassion for yourself is also the key to overcoming negative thoughts.

"Love yourself first, accept who you are and whose shortcomings are fully, and accept the fact that you are not perfect," said Selena Jewell, founder of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association (CPPA) in Toronto, Ontario.

When you can do that, negative talks about yourself will disappear because you love yourself. And have decided not to think badly about yourself," continuedie.

Positive psychological research shows that gratitude improves emotional well-being and enhances happiness. Which can also make it a valuable tool in restoring negative thinking. When you realize that you are criticizing yourself, try to be grateful for your existence and what you have created for yourself can help change your mindset.