How do we control our own thoughts? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Dr. Abbie ...

Ever find yourself focusing on the bad in every situation? That’s a cognitive distortion called mental filtering, which is therapist-speak for you’re stuck in a negative thought cycle. Negative ...

Even the most capable of professionals can find themselves caught up in unproductive thinking—especially when under pressure. Left unchecked, these patterns can affect decision-making, communication ...

We all have moments when our thoughts feel like they’re spiralling down. When sadness, anger, or anxiety take the wheel and we feel powerless to stop them. But what if managing these emotions isn’t ...

Suppressing negative thoughts may be good for your mental health, according to new research from the UK. Researchers at the Medical Research Council Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit determined that ...

This is part one of a two-part post. Click here to read part 2. How do you stop yourself from obsessing over something, focusing on it until you lose a sense of perspective, and your thoughts spiral ...

Get ready for an attitude adjustment. Being a “negative person” or a “positive person” isn’t set in stone — and using a ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...