Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

  • Attentional – Availability Biases Cognitive Biases

Attentional – Availability Biases Cognitive Biases

Monday 27th June 2022

Understand availability biases with Dr. Snipes on the Counselor Toolbox Podcast. Learn strategies to reduce distress and boost self-esteem.
19 minutes
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Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
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Conquering Cognitive Biases: Practical Tools for a Healthier Mindset

Becoming more aware of your attentional biases, becoming aware of the bigger picture, can be extremely helpful at reducing distress and anxiety and improving your self-esteem.
Ever wondered why certain memories stick with you more than others, shaping your decisions and emotions? In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes unpacks the concept of availability biases and their impact on our daily lives. These biases cause us to recall recent events more vividly than older ones, often leading to skewed judgments based on incomplete information. Dr.
Snipes delves into practical strategies to combat these biases, such as journaling to track thoughts and emotions over time, providing a fuller picture of your experiences. Another insightful approach she discusses is embracing dialectics, which involves accepting both the positives and negatives in life. By becoming more aware of our attentional biases and focusing on the bigger picture, we can significantly reduce distress and boost self-esteem.
This episode is packed with valuable tips on managing cognitive biases, reducing anxiety, and improving mental health. Whether you're a mental health professional or someone seeking personal growth, Dr. Snipes offers actionable advice that can make a real difference.