Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of talk therapy that has been clinically shown to improve things like mental health, human behavior and overall well-being. It is usually done with a professional, but it can be self administered. Now, if you’re like I was and you hear the word...
Placebo and the Power of Belief
Our minds control everything in our lives, from our health and well-being to our stress levels, feelings and emotional reactions. Our beliefs run the show. And beliefs are POWERFUL. Just look at the placebo effect. The placebo effect occurs when a fake drug treatment given to a patient and causes...
Cognitive Restructuring: Challenging Our Thinking
Do you ever think about your thinking? Ever assess your own cognitive function? Or ever ask yourself why you believe what you believe and challenge those beliefs? Well, you should. I’m not saying what you believe may be wrong or untrue. But because beliefs are so incredibly powerful and essentially...