Cognitive restructuring
'Cognition' is a word used to denote a thought or belief, and 'restructuring' involves challenging a cognition by looking at the evidence for or against it. The basic idea behind cognitive restructuring is that thoughts themselves are not facts; you need to consider whether the thoughts you are having are true and to consider whether there are any other ways to thinking about a particular situation. At first this can be a real challenge: we often believe what we think and don't question our own thoughts. However, often our thinking is biased, and with perfectionism it can be biased towards thinking too negatively and harshly about yourself.
Welcome
Chances are, if you are here then you have realised your stress is getting in the way of your life. It may have you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disappointed, regardless of how successful you are at reaching your goals.
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These sessions will each focus on a different aspect of stress and help you answer questions such as...
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What are the pros and cons of stress?
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What is the difference between having high standards and being a perfectionist?
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How is stress stopping me from reaching my goals?
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These sessions are designed to help guide your discovery and to challenge your beliefs around stress. Be honest when completing these activities and be open to learning new information about yourself. We hope you find this a valuable learning tool and can apply the skills you learn here to your everyday life.