
Why am I always tired? Part I
WHY AM I ALWAYS TIRED? PART I Today, we will look into the possible psychological causes of fatigue. Remember, the first step is to ALWAYS rule out somatic diseases, deficiencies,

WHY AM I ALWAYS TIRED? PART I Today, we will look into the possible psychological causes of fatigue. Remember, the first step is to ALWAYS rule out somatic diseases, deficiencies,

MINIMIZING THE POSITIVES Minimizing the positives is evident in an individual’s response to positive information. It involves downplaying or dismissing beneficial information, often using phrases like “yes, but…,” “what’s the

COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS – LABELING Another cognitive distortion is labeling. This involves assigning fixed, often negative, traits to ourselves or others, disregarding the context of the situation. Sometimes, it takes the

Continuing the topic of cognitive distortions, one of the most commonly encountered distortions is black-and-white thinking (also known as dichotomous or all-or-nothing thinking). In this distortion, we focus on two

COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS – OVERGENERALIZATION In cognitive-behavioral therapy, we often examine the content of our thoughts, especially those linked to unpleasant emotional states. Through this process, we can identify cognitive distortions—logical

In the strategy of perfectionism, we constantly strive to meet the high standards we set for ourselves, despite the negative consequences that may arise (e.g., fatigue, stress, procrastination). We base

Strong self-criticism can be associated with having high standards and perfectionism, but often also with a low sense of self-worth or a depressive state. Unfortunately, constant self-criticism affects our emotions

Today, a brief guide for working on healthy habits. We can start with an exercise that only requires a few minutes. Working on changing habits takes time, but it’s worth

MIND OVER MOOD: CHANGE YOUR MOOD BY CHANGING YOUR THINKING” by Christine Padesky and Dennis Greenberger. This book introduces the reader in a very accessible way to the cognitive model

Planning in Line with Goals When accompanied by a lowered mood, we often feel “paralyzed” – lacking the energy and willingness to act, and many activities seem to be devoid