Understanding the onset of negative thoughts and identifying trigger situations and people is crucial for self-awareness and understanding the mind's mechanisms.
Challenge the thoughts
To combat catastrophizing, challenge negative thoughts and question ourselves regularly, recognizing the lack of logic behind our thought patterns.
Replace the thoughts
Challenge negative thoughts and consciously replace them with new ones, as this process is challenging and may return when old thoughts are recurrent.
Practice playing out best-case scenarios
Playing out best-case scenarios can help combat catastrophising and foster a belief in the power of positive thinking.