Dr. Christina Watlington
Tag: changing thoughts
Changing thoughts involves identifying and challenging negative thinking patterns to improve mental well-being. Dr. Christina Watlington highlights the impact of thoughts on emotions and behaviors, encouraging individuals to question unhelpful thoughts and adopt positive perspectives. Leveraging neuroplasticity, repetitive positive thoughts can rewire the brain for enhanced positivity. She recommends daily affirmations and focusing on life’s positives as practical strategies for fostering a more optimistic mindset.
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Dealing with Self-Doubt
Read more: Dealing with Self-DoubtSelf-doubt is unsettling. It can be paralyzing. You are ready to do something amazing and then doubt whispers, “You really think you can do that? Try it and you’ll fail.” Or it…
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How to Feed Your Good Wolf: Tips for Mental Wellness
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5 Tips to Help You Become Your Own Best Friend
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The Benefits of Sisterhood
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Work-Related Stress
Read more: Work-Related Stress“If we saw work as an arena in which we could hone inner strength and wisdom moment by moment, we would make better decisions, communicate more effectively, be more efficient…
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The Invisible Backpack: Understanding Childhood Trauma
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Let’s Talk About Mental Illness
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The Power of Putting Pen to Paper
in JournalingRead more: The Power of Putting Pen to PaperDid you know that there is power in putting pen to paper? There is increasing evidence that journaling has a positive impact on one’s mental and physical well-being. According to research…
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What is Your Stress Management Plan?
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