10 Thought Distortions We Mistake for Strength, Wisdom, or Growth
Angela Yoon
We admire people who stay calm, those who never complain, always look on the bright side, keep their problems to themselves, or always put others first. These qualities are seen as signs of emotional strength, wisdom, or maturity. Do you know that sometimes, what looks like strength is actually a type of distorted thinking? While it might sound helpful, it may be doing more harm than good to ourselves and those around us. In many cases, these behaviors are based on these distorted ways of thinking that feel right but don’t reflect the full truth. And when we don’t notice them, they can wear us down, one thought at a...
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