The Growth Zone
Confronting anxiety can be daunting. An integral step in seeing change is challenging yourself without pushing yourself too far. Here, we will talk about three zones, which pertain to learning and behavioural change: the comfort zone, growth zone, and panic zone.
Cognitive Distortions: A Deeper Dive into Negatively Biased Thinking Patterns
Have you ever caught yourself in a tornado of negative self talk? Cognitive distortions, also known as unhelpful thinking patterns, are negatively biased errors in our thoughts. These thinking patterns can become habitual, leading to negative emotional states, which further reinforce negative thoughts (Rnic et al., 2016). The outcome? A vicious cycle of negativity.