Thoughts - Feelings - Behavior

Today we will begin by discussing how our thoughts, feelings, and behavior are all connected and influence one another. Can you guess how?

Let's try this together. The situation is: "I failed the math midterm"

Negative Thought Example: "I failed the math midterm"

What would happen if you began with a negative or unhelpful thought? How would that negative or unhelpful thought affect your feelings? How would these feelings affect your behavior?

Watch the presentation below to find out!

Positive Thought Example: "I failed the math midterm"

What would happen if you began with a positive or helpful thought? How would that positive or helpful thought affect your feelings? How would these feelings then affect your behavior?

Watch the presentation below to find out!

Thoughts Are Not Facts Practice

As we discussed last week, it is important to challenge your automatic negative thoughts.

Below is another helpful tool to use when you are stuck on a negative or unhelpful thought. Try asking yourself these four questions the next time you have a negative or unhelpful thought!

Thought Log

Still do not believe us about the power your thoughts have on your feelings and behavior? Print and fill out the Thought Log below to track how you feel after changing your negative thoughts into more positive ones.

Ocean Breathing

We will end today's lesson by imagining that we are on the beach and breathing in sync with the waves moving towards, and then away, from the shore. This is another strategy that can help you manage the unhelpful thoughts you may have.