How to identify anxiety triggers & overcome negative thinking patterns

How to identify anxiety triggers & overcome negative thinking patterns

Anxiety triggers could be internal or external. Internal triggers are those that arouse strong emotions and physical distress signs in us, for example, any memory that scares or upsets us, like bereavement, trauma, abuse, or recalling something that was embarrassing, like the last time we lost confidence in a meeting and someone had teased us … Read more

How to reframe negative thinking

How to reframe negative thinking

When we are down in the dumps, we need to watch ourselves engaging in counterproductive thinking. (Representational image: IE) By Aruna Sankaranarayanan For the vast majority, an Olympic medal is beyond our wildest reckonings. But setting aside your lack of sporting prowess, would you prefer to win a silver or bronze medal at the upcoming … Read more