How to Stop Poisoning Your Mind With Negative Thinking

Send us a text We explore how negative thoughts poison not just our own minds but spread to those around us, creating a toxic cycle that leads to isolation and poor mental health. • The "Five C"s" of negative thinking: complaining, criticizing, concerning, commiserating, and catastrophizing • Negative thought patterns are contagious and can cause others to unconsciously avoid us • Simple techniques like wearing a rubber band on your wrist to catch yourself complaining • The power of gratitude to interrupt negative thought loops • How language choices directly impact your mental state • Taking concrete action as an antidote to catastrophic thinking • Breaking the habit of negative thinking through mindfulness and meditation • Start with small periods of practicing gratitude to retrain your brain If you find yourself struggling with these negative thought patterns, we"d love to hear from you in the comments. Our podcast is now heard in over 99 countries, and we"re sending love to all our listeners! Support the show Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Channel Follow us on Social Media