Thoughts
What is a thought?
Something that goes through your mind.
What is a feeling?
An emotion you can experience
What is a behavior?
Something you do or an action you take.
Name one coping skill.
(deep breathing, drawing, talking to someone, etc.)
What is a cognitive distortion?
A thinking mistake.
True or False: Thoughts are always facts.
False.
Name one feeling.
(Any emotion: happy, sad, angry, etc.)
What is an example of a helpful behavior?
(e.g., talking to someone, deep breathing)
What is deep breathing used for?
To calm your body and mind.
What is “all-or-nothing thinking”?
Seeing things as "all good" or "all bad".
What is a negative automatic thought?
A quick, unhelpful thought that pops into your mind.
Where might you feel anxiety in your body?
Stomach, chest, hands, etc.
How can behaviors affect feelings?
They can improve or worsen how you feel.
What is grounding?
Focusing on the present moment.
What is “mind reading”?
Assuming you know what other people are thinking.
Give an example of a helpful thought
(Any realistic, positive coping thought)
True or False: All feelings are okay.
True
What is avoidance?
Staying away from something that feels uncomfortable.
When should you use coping skills?
Before, during, or after strong feelings.
Give an example of catastrophizing (Expecting the worst possible outcome).
(Expecting the worst possible outcome example)
How can changing your thoughts affect your feelings?
It can help you feel better or more in control.
How can you tell the difference between thoughts and feelings?
Thoughts are sentences; feelings are emotions.
Why can avoidance make anxiety worse?
Because you never learn it’s safe or manageable.
Why is it important to practice coping skills even when calm?
So they work better when you really need them.
How can you challenge a cognitive distortion?
Look for evidence, ask if it’s realistic, and replace it with a balanced thought.