In this episode, Dr. Natalie explores the concept of negative thinking and its impact on our lives. She discusses the neurobiology behind negative thinking and how it can become a pattern that affects our perception of reality. Dr. Natalie also explains the role of cognitive bias in reinforcing negative thinking and the addictive nature of having a negative mindset. That's right, some of us literally become addicted to thinking this way. She offers practical strategies, such as mindfulness, meditation, movement, and other pattern interruptions, in an effort to break the cycle of negative thinking and build resilience. By understanding the power of belief and training the brain, we can overcome negative thinking and create a mindset that will serve us better than staying trapped in our own pessimism. Takeaways - Negative thinking can become a pattern that affects our perception of reality. - Cognitive bias reinforces negative thinking and can be addictive. - Practicing mindfulness and meditation can help break the cycle of negative thinking. - Training the brain through regular mindfulness practice can build resilience and promote a more positive mindset. Chapters: 01:16 Understanding Negative Thinking 03:25 Breaking the Cycle of Negative Thinking 05:39 Cognitive Bias and Negative Thinking 07:38 The Role of Cognitive Bias 08:35 The Addictive Nature of Negative Thinking 09:29 The Power of Belief 10:29 Training the Brain 11:46 The Role of the Nervous System 13:39 Practicing Mindfulness and Meditation 16:23 Building the Bridge _______________________________________________________ To Learn More About Dr. Natalie Marr, check her out at: ⁠NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠ _______________________________________________________ Keywords: Negative people, Attracting negativity, Positive mindset, cognitive bias, Breaking free from negativity, pessimism, toxic positivity, Dr. Natalie Marr, Life Sucks, Now What?!?, Personal growth, mindfulness, meditation, changing our thinking, growth mindset DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources): National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ ⁠⁠ CALL 988 Crisis Text Line: ⁠ ⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/ ⁠⁠ Text HOME to 741741