We all get negative thoughts, sometimes they are short lived, but at other times they can fall into a spiral that is difficult to stop

I read a helpful article over at Calm app’s website about what negative thoughts actually are and some practical tips to stop them.

Here is a short extract from the article

“In the context of mental health, spiralling refers to a cycle of negative thought patterns that can escalate and become overwhelming. Catastrophic thinking, when we envision worst-case scenarios, is often linked to spiralling. One minute, you’re worried about a cough, and the next, you’re convinced you’ve got a serious illness. Or maybe you had a minor spat with your partner, and suddenly, you’re stressing about a total breakup. “