The way we think is an extremely powerful tool for coping and navigating life. The resources below illustrate the power of our thoughts and strategies for using our thoughts to achieve positive outcomes.
Articles
Cognitive Distortions and Stress

An explanation of the way our brains fall into negative thinking patterns under stress, including ten common cognitive distortions, from Verywell Mind.

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5 Steps to Being More of an Optimist

A quick read on how to cultivate and learn optimism, from Verywell Mind.

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The 3 basic principles of CBT

A summary of the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and emotions, and the techniques used in its treatment; from PsychCentral.

 

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18 Best Growth Mindset Activities, Worksheets, and Questions

A detailed explanation of growth mindset and exercises to develop growth mindset thinking.

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Self-Compassion

A wealth of resources and exercises on self-compassion from the Harvard University Stress and Development Lab.

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Worksheet
The 5 Steps of Cognitive Restructuring Worksheet

A worksheet for challenging one’s thoughts from the American Psychological Association.

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Books
The Anxiety and Worry Workbook: The Cognitive Behavioral Solution by David A. Clark and Aaron T. Beck

A workbook that guides the reader through exercises to challenge thoughts and behaviors that contribute to anxiety and worry, by the leaders of CBT.

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Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck

By the originator of the concept of “growth mindset”, this book explores the role that mindset plays in success and other domains of life.

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The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

A book exploring the road to enlightenment through focusing on the present moment.

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Videos
Positive Thinking 2 Mental Brakes to Avoid Mental Breaks | Steven Hayes | TEDxDavidsonAcademy
A 25-minute TedX Talk describing negative patterns and positive strategies.
Cognitive Distortions: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques
A 17-minute video illustrating cognitive distortions and how to challenge your thinking, from Therapy in a Nutshell.
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