Mind Over Matter
Exploring the power of our mental monologue reveals that many of our thoughts are habitual and not necessarily true. By consciously choosing positive affirmations, especially in moments of decision-making, we can reshape our behaviors. Simple strategies, like placing your phone across the room or setting an alarm during a run, can provide the mental space needed to challenge negative thoughts and reinforce a proactive mindset.In this clip
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The Running Explained Podcast
s5e01 The Science of Habit Formation: Building Habits & Behaviors That Support Your Running Goals! with Karin Nordin, PhD
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I'm interested in learning about the process by which people can change their default automatic thoughts as discussed in the episode The Secret to Getting Things Done & The Brain Fog Fix - SYSK Choice and the clip Overcoming Negative Thinking. From what I understand, the process of change involves paying attention to your thoughts, noticing when they aren't aligned with the future you want, and choosing to challenge and replace those thoughts. For example, if you have the default thought "I'm not smart enough" and want to become a more confident person, you would acknowledge the thought, challenge it by saying "No, that's a lie," and replace it with "Actually, I'm very smart, and I choose to believe I'm smart." Is that enough over time to weaken the connections of the original thought and establish the new thought as the default? How does that happen? Is it through long-term repetition, or by adding another thought immediately after the one you wish to erase or replace?
I'm interested in learning about the process by which people can change their default automatic thoughts. From what I understand, the process of change involves paying attention to your thoughts, noticing when they aren't aligned with the future you want, and choosing to challenge and replace those thoughts. For example, if you have the default thought "I'm not smart enough" and want to become a more confident person, you would acknowledge the thought, challenge it by saying "No, that's a lie," and replace it with "Actually, I'm very smart, and I choose to believe I'm smart." Is that enough over time to weaken the connections of the original thought and establish the new thought as the default? How does that happen? Is it through long-term repetition, or by adding another thought immediately after the one you wish to erase or replace?
How can I overcome negative automatic thoughts as discussed in the episode A Better Brain: 3 Habits for Productivity, Memory, and Longevity | Mel Robbins Podcast \[ENCORE] and the clip Reprogramming Thoughts, in relation to the episode DO THIS Every Morning To Destroy LAZINESS & PROCRASTINATION Today! | Mel Robbins and the clip Overcoming Self-Doubt?