Magical Thinking versus MAGICAL THINKING: For the Sceptics and the Believers (Part 1)

from Moonbeaming · host Sarah Faith Gottesdiener

Do you believe in magic? Are you both skeptical AND curious about magic? How is magical thinking supportive for trauma survivors, and where does it harm us?In this Moonbeaming episode, host Sarah Faith Gottesdiener examines the psychological phenomenon around “magical thinking,” cognitive distortions that trauma survivors often create.This episode has something for the believer and skeptic alike. This week, you’ll learn:3 ways that magical thinking shows up as cognitive distortionsHow magical thinking can be supportive for trauma survivorsDiscerning certain fantasies, where they come from, and the importance of paying attention to realityTaking responsibility and aligned actionIf you’ve wondered why you think certain thoughts, or favor fantasy over action, this episode is for you.MOONBEAMING LINKS:Join the Moon Studio Patreon.Buy the 2025 Many Moons Lunar Planner.Subscribe to our newsletter.Find Sarah on Instagram.

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Do you believe in magic? Are you both skeptical AND curious about magic? How is magical thinking supportive for trauma survivors, and where does it harm us? In this Moonbeaming episode, host Sarah Faith Gottesdiener examines the psychological phenomenon around “magical thinking,” cognitive distortions that trauma survivors often create.This episode has something for the believer and skeptic alike. This week, you’ll learn: 3 ways that magical thinking shows up as cognitive distortions How magical thinking can be supportive for trauma survivors Discerning certain fantasies, where they come from, and the importance of paying attention to reality Taking responsibility and aligned action If you’ve wondered why you think certain thoughts, or favor fantasy over action, this episode is for you.

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