Sometimes knowing that we’ve been forever changed, assumingly for the worse, is enough to make us feel so discontented we want to turn off our emotions altogether.
Lost Control: Anxiety & Mood Swings
Mood disorders and anxiety are common manifestations of post-traumatic stress disorder.
A Closer Look at the Aftermath of Trauma
It is important to acknowledge when we are self-sabotaging our own recovery. Only by accepting that we are responsible for our own healing journey, can we truly embrace the decision to change our lives.
Using Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) at Home
Reframing negative patterns and focusing on the positive is a core element of mindfulness-base cognitive therapy.
Challenging Illogical Associations
Being able to identify and challenge seemingly unrelated associations is key to the reframing process.
Expanding Self-limiting Beliefs
As you begin the process of fact-checking, many of the associations your mind auto-generated between past and present experiences will seem completely unrelated and illogical – silly, even.