Most of us understand the power of positive thinking and do our best to avoid overtly negative self-talk, like telling ...

We all know that negative thinking can fuel anxiety, stress, depression, and low self-esteem—and in a world where we’re bombarded with negative news daily, it’s easier than ever to get caught in a ...

Even the most capable of professionals can find themselves caught up in unproductive thinking—especially when under pressure. Left unchecked, these patterns can affect decision-making, communication ...

Cognitive distortions, or thinking errors, can take a toll on our mental health. Here are five such thinking patterns and ways to overcome them. We are all vulnerable to certain “thinking errors,” ...

A groundbreaking study has confirmed what many people experience but rarely discuss: our mental well-being follows a predictable daily pattern. Analyzing data from over 49,000 adults, researchers ...

Research suggests that 40% of high school students have experienced feelings of hopelessness in the past year. Between 2016 and 2024, emotional health problems among 18 to 25-year-olds have increased ...

NEW YORK When we make mistakes at work, it can lead to a cycle of negative thinking. The damaging thoughts swirl: “I’m an impostor.” “I’m not smart enough.” “I’m failing at my job.” Feeling like an ...

Whether it is putting off doing the laundry, paying your bills, or getting your shopping done, we all procrastinate. As students, the urge to procrastinate is even stronger when you’re surrounded by ...

That relentless inner critic never seems to take a break. Whether it’s questioning your abilities, replaying embarrassing moments, or predicting worst-case scenarios, negative self-talk can hijack ...