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Catastrophizing

Catastrophizing

Catastrophizing involves imagining the worst possible outcomes and believing that situations are far worse than they actually are. This cognitive distortion can lead to increased anxiety and stress, but mindfulness practices can help manage and reduce these negative thought patterns.

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Catastrophizing

Catastrophizing

Catastrophizing involves imagining the worst possible outcomes and believing that situations are far worse than they actually are. This cognitive distortion can lead to increased anxiety and stress, but mindfulness practices can help manage and reduce these negative thought patterns.

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