Podcast Ep 289 - Managing Anxiety Part 8 - I should be doing more!

In this episode, we're delving into the final episode of our anxiety series, focusing on the cognitive distortions of "should statements" and "emotional reasoning."Cognitive distortions are the twists and turns in our mental activities that can lead us to perceive reality inaccurately. Should statements, a common cognitive distortion, plague us with unrealistic expectations of what we "should be doing." Together, we'll explore the impact of these statements on our well-being and discuss practical strategies for breaking free.

Discover actionable steps to transform your should statements and reclaim control over your mindset.
Get ready to embark on a journey of self-awareness and empowerment. It's time to flourish!

Show Notes:

Recap of the anxiety series Exploration of should statements: common examples and impact on well-being Insights from Michael G. Wetter's book Practical steps to transform should statements Definition and examples of emotional reasoning and should statements

Understanding Emotional Reasoning:
https://mentalhealthcenterkids.com/blogs/articles/emotional-reasoning

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