Negativity Bias: Why We Expect the Worst and How to Change That

Human brains do a lot of thinking - to the tune of about 6200 thoughts per day! Most of these are just passing thoughts, but according to researchers, a lot of those that reach our consciousness can be classified as negative thoughts. This week, I’m sharing the science behind the phenomenon that explains this: negativity bias - because it’s a way of thinking that can affect our health, our well-being, and determine whether we live our lives to the fullest. I talk about: Where these kinds of negative thoughts come from  How they affect our health, relationships, and the choices we make—including whether we take big leaps on our dreams!  How to recognize negativity bias in the form of Automatic Negative Thoughts (or ANTS) And I share how you can transform this thinking so that you can reframe inhibiting, fear-based, unhelpful thought patterns into courageous action in your life. If you want to live your life more optimistically and effectively, check out this episode. For the accompanying article, visit http://avivaromm.com/negativity-bias.  Thank you so much for taking the time to tune in to your body, yourself, and this podcast! Please share the love by sending this to someone in your life who could benefit from the kinds of things we talk about in this space. Make sure to follow your host on Instagram @dr.avivaromm and go to avivaromm.com to join the conversation.