Cycle 10 - Flashcard Set 3

Question 1

What is the potential benefit of being mindful and present in the moment?

Answer 1

It can benefit our mental health, especially for emotionally sensitive individuals.

Question 2

What are distorted thinking styles?

Answer 2

Distorted thinking styles are patterns of thinking that prevent us from being present and living in the moment.

Question 3

How many common distorted thinking styles are there?

Answer 3

There are 15 common distorted thinking styles.

Question 4

What is filtering and how does it relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 4

Filtering involves magnifying negative details and ignoring positive aspects of a situation;

Question 5

What is polarized thinking and how does it relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 5

Polarized thinking involves seeing things as black or white with no middle ground;

Question 6

What is overgeneralization and how does it relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 6

Overgeneralization involves making a general conclusion based on a single incident or piece of evidence;

Question 7

What is mind reading and how does it relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 7

Mind reading involves assuming you know what others are thinking or feeling without them saying so;

Question 8

What is catastrophizing and how does it relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 8

Catastrophizing involves expecting the worst-case scenario to happen;

Question 9

What is personalization and how does it relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 9

Personalization involves thinking everything people do or say is a reaction to you;

Question 10

What are control fallacies and how do they relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 10

Control fallacies involve feeling helpless or responsible for the pain and happiness of everyone around you;

Question 11

What are shoulds and how do they relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 11

Shoulds involve having ironclad rules about how people should act;

Question 12

What is emotional reasoning and how does it relate to distorted thinking?

Answer 12

Emotional reasoning involves believing that what you feel must be true automatically;

Question 13

What are distorted thinking styles and how can they affect our thoughts and behaviors?

Answer 13

Distorted thinking styles are patterns of thinking that are inaccurate or irrational. They can lead to negative thoughts and behaviors, such as anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

Question 14

What is global labeling and how is it a distorted thinking style?

Answer 14

Global labeling is a distorted thinking style where one negative quality is generalized into a negative global judgment. For example, if someone makes a mistake, they may label themselves as ‘a failure’ instead of acknowledging that the mistake was a one-time event.

Question 15

What is being right and how is it a distorted thinking style?

Answer 15

Being right is a distorted thinking style where one is continually on trial to prove their opinions and actions are correct. This can lead to arguments and conflict with others, as well as a lack of flexibility in one’s thinking.

Question 16

How can mindfulness help in determining whether it is better to be right or effective in a situation?

Answer 16

Mindfulness can help one become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, and recognize when they may be holding onto a rigid belief or opinion. By practicing mindfulness, one can learn to let go of the need to be right and focus on what is most effective in a given situation.

Question 17

What is the heaven’s reward fallacy and how is it a distorted thinking style?

Answer 17

The heaven’s reward fallacy is a distorted thinking style where one expects all their sacrifice and self-denial to pay off as if someone is keeping score. This can lead to disappointment and frustration when rewards do not materialize.

Question 18

What is mindless exercise and how can it help assess one’s mindfulness skills?

Answer 18

Mindless exercise is a mindfulness exercise where one performs a routine task, such as washing dishes or folding laundry, while paying close attention to the sensations and movements involved. This can help assess one’s ability to stay present and focused in the moment.

Question 19

What are common examples of being unmindful and how can being unmindful affect our lives?

Answer 19

Common examples of being unmindful include not remembering driving or traveling, not knowing what someone is saying during a conversation, and not paying attention while reading. Being unmindful can lead to feeling lost, anxious, and frustrated when a situation doesn’t happen as expected.

Question 20

What are mindfulness exercises and how can they help us become more present in our lives?

Answer 20

Mindfulness exercises are practices that help us become more aware of our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations in the present moment. By practicing mindfulness, we can learn to be more present in our lives and avoid making mistakes or overlooking things.