Negative thinking considers the weaknesses of human nature, the disadvantages of change, and how things can go wrong. Positive thinking considers the goodness of people, the advantages of change, and ...

Have you ever noticed how much time you spend thinking about negative or painful situations, ruminating and replaying what’s not working in your life? It’s not just you. The last statistic I read ...

Negative thinking refers to a pattern of thoughts that are often pessimistic, self-critical or are focused on the worst possible outcomes. It is a common human experience to be negative sometimes but ...

Negative thinking doesn't just affect your mood; it can also take a toll on your physical health. Research published in the Journal of Medicine and Life suggests that chronic negative thoughts and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Harrison Monarth is an executive coach who covers leadership. Does your mind often return to an unpleasant or stressful event?

Research indicates repetitive negative thinking in older adults may contribute to cognitive decline. A study in Wuhan found a negative association between repetitive negative thinking and cognitive ...

Ever find yourself in a negative thinking spiral? Of course you have! It’s human nature. Cognitive distortions aka thinking traps– are basically exaggerated or irrational negative thought patterns ...

My mind always looks for negativity. It seems my mind is destroying me. I can hardly do things I love. All I do is try to stop my thoughts, but most of the time I fail. Every time I think of achieving ...