Members,
The next step in changing negative core beliefs is to put the definitions you came up with last week of the negative & positive core beliefs and put them on a scale. The negative side under zero, 50 down the middle and the positive core belief under the 100 number. Then rate yourself on the scale.
Next, review where you rated yourself and why. Ask yourself if this is really true and how you can take steps to improve your rating.
Any questions?
Sylvie, Bilingual Health Educator
Along with the classic symptoms of depression (sadness, feelings of guilt, suicidal thoughts…) most people with depression also have significant anxiety symptoms. Although we tend to think of depression as being a condition of low arousal, slowing down or even hibernation, depression is often associated with high arousal, speeding up and agitation.
On the other hand, people with anxiety disorders commonly experience many of the symptoms associated with depression.
Are you experiencing both sets of symptoms? Are you having trouble managing your symptoms?
Sylvie, Bilingual Health Educator
