Reframing Thoughts: Change a Thought, Change Anxiety

"Anxiety" is a very broad term, encompassing many different experiences. In addition to situational anxiety, there are a variety of anxiety disorders that disrupt people's lives. All are different, but all share a crucial aspect: they affect our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and each anxiety disorder has the power to knock us completely off course.

Yes, anxiety, no matter the type, can be quite disruptive. Thankfully, you are stronger and more powerful than your anxiety. Really. It's true. Anxiety might knock you down, but you can get back up and step around it.

There are numerous ways to do this. One effective method is to take charge of your thoughts. When anxiety tells you to think in a certain way, pause for a moment and question it.

Do you like the thought, or do you want to change it? How can you look at something differently?

This is known as reframing. Pay attention to your anxiety. Consider why you're anxious. What thoughts and beliefs can help you overcome the anxiety in the moment?

See Also:

• Eight Negative Thoughts That Manipulate Your Mind
• Cognitive Distortions Make It Hard to Think Anxiety Away

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