How To Get Better At Ignoring Destructive Thoughts
The new thought need not be complex
“Ideally, you would replace derogatory self-talk with positive and affirming thoughts, but that may not feel natural and may be difficult when you are feeling low,” notes Dr. Seide. “However, you can replace a negative thought with any other thought such as lyrics to a song, counting backward from 100, or thinking about the plot to the last movie you watched. This is an exercise worth doing because negative thoughts can erode self-confidence, affect your sleep, and lead to anxiety.”