A normal part of life is to experience periods of doubt in ourselves, others and the world at large. The impact this has on us depends on how long we choose to focus on those nagging thoughts and how much we become invested in them.

Cognitive restructuring involves identifying and challenging negative and irrational thoughts, to help with transforming them into more positive, and/or realistic ones. It's a form of cognitive behavioural therapy that focuses on altering thought patterns to impact emotions and behaviours positively.