What’s the best way to deal with negative thoughts?

The best way to deal with negative thoughts is to stop treating them like they’re the boss of you.

A thought can show up in your mind, kick its shoes off, make itself comfortable, and still not be the truth. Sometimes our brains are just dramatic little storytellers with poor timing.

When a negative thought comes in, I try to pause and ask, “Is this true, or am I just tired, overwhelmed, hungry, or in need of a nap and a snack?”

Because honestly, half my problems look smaller after coffee and a cookie.

Negative thoughts don’t always disappear, but we can stop handing them the microphone. We can breathe, challenge them, talk to ourselves with a little more kindness, and remind ourselves that one bad thought does not mean one bad life.

Be gentle with yourself. Your mind may be loud, but your heart still deserves peace.

With love,
©️Suzy Bourget
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