Break Free from Automatic Negative Thoughts: Transform Your Mindset This September!

Now that the holiday week has passed and many families and students are settling back into school routines, it's time to focus on making critical changes that can have a big impact on your well-being, especially if you're someone who tends to experience Automatic Negative Thinking (ANTs). Have you ever wondered why some people seem to naturally maintain a positive outlook, while others struggle with constant negative thoughts?

The beautiful part is, your brain isn’t fixed! If you’re prone to negative thinking, you can absolutely do something about it. By engaging with curiosity and reflection, and using tools like the "September Positive Thinking" guide from the "Year of Positive Thinking," you can start shifting your mindset. In our Brain Fit for Work and Life Course, we dive deep into how to recognize and overcome ANTs, and more importantly, how to "kill" them effectively.

Start this month by making a list of your best qualities and turning them into affirmations. For example, if you see yourself as a “caring partner,” your affirmation could be “I am a caring partner.” Take a moment to say each affirmation out loud and notice how it feels. Record these affirmations and listen to them whenever you need a reminder of how amazing you truly are.

Additionally, here’s a simple yet powerful breathing exercise to help reset your mood and focus. Breathe in fully, then deeply inhale while imagining a white ball of light traveling up your spine. Hold the breath for two seconds and exhale, visualizing the light descending. Repeat this ten times, and with each breath, allow your body to relax.

Remember, tackling ANTs is a process, but with the right tools, you can train your brain to become more positive and hopeful. Take the time this September to challenge those negative thoughts and replace them with affirmations that uplift and empower you!

For more guidance, check out the attached PDFs on ANTs and let’s work together to create the change you want to see in your life.

Feel free to ask questions or share your experiences!

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