Our thoughts can sometimes lead us astray, creating unhelpful and inaccurate perceptions of the world. These mental shortcuts, known as illusions, are often involuntary and can distort our reality. Recognizing these traps is the first step in challenging them and cultivating a more realistic view of ourselves and our experiences. One common distor

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers a powerful strategy for analyzing your thoughts and how they affect your feelings and behaviors. A core concept of CBT is to challenging negative or irrational thought patterns. When you identify these thoughts, CBT guides you to question their truthfulness. This process allows you to develop more positive