Lesson 1
Automatic Thoughts
Most thoughts arrive on their own. They appear quickly, feel true and often go unexamined. Psychologists call these automatic thoughts — rapid interpretations of what is happening around you.
You don't choose most of them, but you can learn to notice them. Noticing creates a small gap between the thought and your reaction, and that gap is where choice begins.
Guided Practice
Set three reminders today. Each time one goes off, write down the last thought you had — word for word.
Reflection
What is one automatic thought that showed up for you recently, and what situation triggered it?
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