Transform Your Thinking with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Episode Overview
Understand how automatic thoughts influence emotions and behaviours. Learn the ABC model to identify and challenge irrational beliefs. Discover practical CBT techniques for everyday use. Improve stress, anxiety, and relationship issues with CBT. Replace irrational beliefs with healthier, more realistic ones.
Our thoughts are running on automatic - it's almost like we have a default setting.
If you're looking to understand how your thoughts shape your reality, this episode of the Restoration Family Podcast is a must-listen. Dr. David Johnson, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and addiction specialist, breaks down the fundamentals of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). He explains how our ingrained belief systems, often formed early in life, influence our emotions and behaviours. Dr. Johnson discusses the concept of 'automatic thoughts' and how they can lead to irrational thinking patterns.
By examining these thoughts, you can start to challenge and change them, leading to healthier emotional responses and actions. One key takeaway is the ABC model from Albert Ellis, which helps you understand the connection between an activating event, your beliefs about it, and the consequent emotions and behaviours. Dr. Johnson also touches on the importance of disputing irrational beliefs and replacing them with more realistic ones.
He provides practical tips for applying CBT techniques in everyday situations, such as reframing negative thoughts and using alternative explanations to avoid jumping to conclusions. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, or relationship issues, this episode offers valuable insights and tools to help you improve your mental health. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to take control of your thoughts and create a more balanced life.