This exercise purpose is to identify any negative, distorted cognitions, Learn new ways to adapt/cope/think that are more adaptive, and to gain the ability to replace any negative thoughts with more positive, realistic, interpretations of situations, scenarios, and predicaments.

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It is clear that In the past year with people suffering from psychological trauma and fear that has been subconsciously embedded in our minds that many are suffering from the aftermath repercussions. Covid being the most prevalent there are many others as well. This is a step by step exercise designed to help to gain insight, awareness, and with the goal of being able to cope more effectively.

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In this episode I talk about ways to identify negative, distorted cognitions that mediate intense negative emotions, focus on Learning new ways to think that are more adaptive, and lastly talk about how to replace negative thoughts with more positive, realistic interpretations of situations, scenarios, and predicaments.

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This episode defines and gives real life examples for the most common types of distorted thinking. This is a stepping stone for educating you on the importance of controlling and changing thoughts.

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In this trailer I introduce myself about my podcast on mental health. In the upcoming podcasts my goal is to provide you with increased awareness and insight in learning what is going on with yourself mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually with the ultimate goal of gaining increased coping skills so that your current difficulties do not impact your daily level of functioning in all aspects of your life.

Today I gave a brief explanation of what I would like to discuss.