In this podcast I talk about how to use cognitive techniques to cope with negative thoughts and feelings that surface during mediation.  I also talk about how to use the journaling task to challenge  these negative thoughts. It's important to reduce negative thoughts and feelings that may that may be resulting in maladaptive behaviours in your life which can lead to unhappiness. The powerful combination of mindfulness mediation and cognitive behavioural therapy techniques that can be used during journaling can help reduce negative thoughts and emotions and lead to a life where your day to day behaviours are in line with your goals, hopes, and dreams.