Introduction
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How to Do your own CBT Therapy
Simply Psych EDU
Automatic Thoughts
Automatic thoughts are thoughts that “pop up” in response to a situation or event. Many times we don’t even recognize them. They happen automatically. These thoughts can influence how we act and feel…
Cognitive distortions
Sally’s automatic thought was based on a “cognitive distortion”
Download the Thought Chart and Feelings Wheel
Core Beliefs to Automatic Thoughts
Categories of Core Beliefs
Acceptance
Acceptance of thoughts and moods really just means observing without judgement. This can be a great alternative to our tendency to immediately evaluate, judge, and critique them.
Acceptance means recognizing these thoughts and feelings exist WITHOUT adding meaning or judgement…
Final Thoughts
