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Question: Positive thinking/positive reinforcement methods to tackle a bad thought ?

(Posted by: billywhizz on 2009-02-21 19:22:49)

Can anyone suggest any methods of positive reinforcement or positive thinking that i could use to tackle a negative or bad thought i am having ?. I am thinking of writing something down repeatedly or leaving notes to myself to tackle this thought, would this work or am i on the wrong track ? Maybe people can suggest methods i could use to tackle the thought ?, perhaps suggest websites that could help ?. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Posted by: Abstract Parade on 2009-02-21, 19:35:58

Instead of opposing negative thoughts, encourage them. Use reverse psychology. Act as if you are superior to the thoughts. They are powerless against your free will. On the contrary though, encouraging negative thoughts and accepting them are two completely different things. See all negativity that your mind feeds you as a lie - an exaggerated form of something. Be kind to yourself and replace all worries with positive thoughts and reassurances. Also, the art of gratitude is always good. When you find yourself thinking negatively, be thankful that you have your health and such. Think of all your strengths and disregard the weaknesses.

Posted by: S S on 2009-02-21, 19:26:22

A website that could help is hopeatsunrise.co.uk/

Posted by: MadforMAC on 2009-02-21, 19:29:29

Just counter whatever the negative is saying. For example; the negative says; "I'm stupid ", the positive says; "No, I'm not stupid, but I also can't know everything. I'm a valuable person and have a lot to give ".

Posted by: TEECH.org on 2009-02-21, 19:31:32

I have some relaxation CD's I listen to when I go to bed. They are really good (I struggle to sleep without them!). In only a few weeks of listening I notice how calm I am during the day and its made an unbelieveable difference to my girlfriend as well as its picked up subconciously (yeh i suck at spelling :O) Althought they are not usually specific (apart from helping you sleep, relax, or feel more positive etc..) I think they are well worth a try. i also focus on something else to get my mind off any problems I may have as at the end of the day its all in your mind Chris teech.org - uk charity

Posted by: John on 2009-02-21, 20:01:39

Accept the negative thought and it won't have any power to bother or upset you.