Name the Character
It's all her fault!
Blaming Blake
Situation: You just found out that you got a F on your math test.
Give an example of a thought that represents labeling (Bad Mouth Brandy).
I'm a failure.
I'm such an idiot.
This teacher is a jerk.
This school is a joke.
I never win any games!
Example: Sometimes I win and sometimes I lose. Either way I'll keep trying.
I should have known that this would turn out badly.
Shoulda Sharonda
Situation: You tried to score a goal in your soccer game but completely missed the goal.
Give an example that represents overgeneralization (Over and Over Oliver).
I'm not going to try scoring anymore because I'm sure I'll miss.
I feel scared when I'm at school, so I must be in danger.
Example: I feel some fear when I'm at school, but I know that I'm safe.
I bet this teacher will hate me. She must think I'm so stupid.
Psych Out Sam
Situation: Your mom or dad cooked your favorite meal for dinner.
Give an example of a thought that represents mental filtering or disqualifying the positive (Negative Nate).
They didn't get me any dessert though.
My friend didn't answer my calls this weekend. She must be so mad at me.
Example: Maybe she was busy or lost her phone. I haven't done anything for her to be mad at me.
I feel guilty, so I must have done something bad.
Emo Emily
Situation: You were supposed to have a pool party for your birthday, but it starts to rain when everyone is arriving.
Give an example of a thought that represents catastrophizing (Drama Queen Jean).
My birthday is ruined!
I got the shoes I wanted for my birthday, but my parents bought the wrong color.
Example: I'm thankful my parents found the pair of shoes I've been wanting.
I can't believe you're hanging out with him. I thought that we were friends.
All or Nothing Allen
Situation: You've been applying to a school for a long time and you finally get accepted.
Give an example of a thought that represents minimization. (Not a Big Deal Norman).
They probably accepted a lot of people this year.
So what? It doesn't mean I'm that smart.
I am going to fail this test!
Example: I'm going to do my best anyways.