Our thoughts can sometimes lead us astray, creating unhelpful and inaccurate perceptions of the world. These mental shortcuts, known as cognitive distortions, are often unconscious and can distort our reality. Recognizing these traps is the initial step in challenging them and cultivating a more balanced view of ourselves and our experiences. One

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) provides powerful strategy for evaluating your thoughts and how they affect your feelings and behaviors. A core principle of CBT is to challenging negative or unhelpful thought patterns. When you recognize these thoughts, CBT encourages you to analyze their validity. This process enables you to develop more posit