~ The result of planning, preparing, recalling of events of the past, present and future with the use of goal setting in order to achieve a higher level of functioning.
~ How an individual perceives a given situation is important on how they will perform.
~ Thought is processed directly affect the outcome.
Negative Thinking:
Occurs when an individual doubts their abilities, expects to fail, puts self down, looks for imperfections.
 Damages the positive thoughts that build confidence and improve performance.
1. Be aware of negative thoughts
2. Write them down
3. Rationalize the list
4. You will see that those thoughts are not accurate and can be dismissed
photo courtesy of C. Leconte
Positive Thinking:
Is used to counter negative thoughts
Builds confidence, enhances performance, can change negative thoughts into positive ones.
Reframing is consciously reinterpreting a situation in a more positive way
Reframing can be used to diffuse anger, negative thoughts, and help an individual look at the bright side of things.
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 These are important components of thought processes - how an individual interprets a situation directly influences their performance. If perceived demands are not equal to the perceived ability then anxiety starts and an intervention is now needs. Mental interventions can help learn how to cope with stressful situations.
1. Relaxation
a. Deep breathing
b. Progressive
c. Focus point
2. Mental Imagery - a skill that can be learned in order to control anxiety, increase self confidence, helps to refocus, is multidimensional, uses the 5 senses, and emotions, reduces physical fatigue, builds confidence.
Mental imagery uses the whole skill in which only skill is being practiced at a
time using the mind.
Mental imagery is used in conjunction with physical practice to experience the
full positive effects.
Thinking of a safe and secure place
Seeing yourself doing it correctly and well.
3. Cognitive Strategies
a. Thinking of a cue word
b. Changing “I can’t” to “I can”
c. Be aware of how you feel and change the negative
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