How Do You Stop Thinking Negative Thoughts?
Episode 366 of the The Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast podcast, hosted by Paul Sheppard, titled "How Do You Stop Thinking Negative Thoughts?" was published on January 24, 2024 and runs 18 minutes.
January 24, 2024 ·18m · The Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast
Summary
Does it feel like your mind is driving you mad? Paul explores the phenomenon of negative thoughts and how they can unexpectedly intrude on our minds, triggering a cascade of negative emotions and behaviours. He shares personal anecdotes and insights into the nature of these thoughts, emphasising that they are not inherently negative but rather a product of our perception and relationship with them. Do you want access to even deeper, even more powerful subconscious training content without the intros, exclusive invites to Mindset Change Masterminds, and discounts from workshops? Join the Mindset Change Another Level channel below:patreon.com/mindsetchange Mindset Change WhatsApp Community Link. Contact and social links below: https://mindsetchangeuk.com/useful-links KEY TAKEAWAYS Negative thoughts are a normal part of the mind's conditioning and can trigger negative emotions and behaviors. The mind is often seeking conflict and problems, which can lead to a negative story loop. Thoughts are not inherently negative; it is our perception and relationship to them that determines their impact. Trying to suppress or eliminate negative thoughts can actually make them more persistent. By accepting and observing thoughts without judgment, we can reduce their importance and focus on more important aspects of our lives. BEST MOMENTS "If you're worried about this ever happening, understandable but it also means that you're not likely to let this happen. It goes against your values which are being used against you." "The thoughts that appear inside your mind are just thoughts. They will just come and go. Nothing is permanent. That is the beauty of impermanence." "You're going to have [negative thoughts] for the rest of your life. So why not change your relationship with them? Why not just let them be there?" "They're protective lies of course but they are still lies nonetheless." VALUABLE RESOURCES Mindset Change Podcast Mindset Change Coaching The Mindset Coach UK Instagram Mindset Change YouTube Supplements I recommend for anxiety and stress from Numind Wellness Use code PAUL20 for 20% discount off every order including all products and menopause support supplements too: https://numindwellness.com/ ABOUT THE HOST Paul Sheppard Paul Sheppard is a life-transforming anxiety and mindset coach, hypnotherapist, and host of the top ten Mindset Change podcast. He is on a mission with his holistic approach to help everybody set themselves free from limiting mindsets and feel less anxious and more empowered. Paul coaches people 121 or in groups online around the world, and you can reach him here.
Episode Description
Does it feel like your mind is driving you mad?
Paul explores the phenomenon of negative thoughts and how they can unexpectedly intrude on our minds, triggering a cascade of negative emotions and behaviours. He shares personal anecdotes and insights into the nature of these thoughts, emphasising that they are not inherently negative but rather a product of our perception and relationship with them.
Do you want access to even deeper, even more powerful subconscious training content without the intros, exclusive invites to Mindset Change Masterminds, and discounts from workshops? Join the Mindset Change Another Level channel below:patreon.com/mindsetchange
Mindset Change WhatsApp Community Link.
Contact and social links below: https://mindsetchangeuk.com/useful-links
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Negative thoughts are a normal part of the mind's conditioning and can trigger negative emotions and behaviors.
- The mind is often seeking conflict and problems, which can lead to a negative story loop.
- Thoughts are not inherently negative; it is our perception and relationship to them that determines their impact.
- Trying to suppress or eliminate negative thoughts can actually make them more persistent.
- By accepting and observing thoughts without judgment, we can reduce their importance and focus on more important aspects of our lives.
BEST MOMENTS
"If you're worried about this ever happening, understandable but it also means that you're not likely to let this happen. It goes against your values which are being used against you."
"The thoughts that appear inside your mind are just thoughts. They will just come and go. Nothing is permanent. That is the beauty of impermanence."
"You're going to have [negative thoughts] for the rest of your life. So why not change your relationship with them? Why not just let them be there?"
"They're protective lies of course but they are still lies nonetheless."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
The Mindset Coach UK Instagram
Supplements I recommend for anxiety and stress from Numind Wellness
Use code PAUL20 for 20% discount off every order including all products and menopause support supplements too: https://numindwellness.com/
ABOUT THE HOST
Paul Sheppard
Paul Sheppard is a life-transforming anxiety and mindset coach, hypnotherapist, and host of the top ten Mindset Change podcast. He is on a mission with his holistic approach to help everybody set themselves free from limiting mindsets and feel less anxious and more empowered.
Paul coaches people 121 or in groups online around the world, and you can reach him here.