What Are “Should Statements”? “I should be better by now.” “I should have known better.” “I shouldn’t be struggling with this anymore.” These are common “should statements,” a type of cognitive distortion that traps us in cycles of shame, pressure, and spiritual disconnection. In Christian...
Do you struggle with labels, whether from others or yourself? You’re not alone. Many people, even Christian women, find themselves caught in the trap of labeling their actions, their mistakes, and often their entire identity based on one incident or failure. This cognitive distortion, called...
Are you constantly jumping to the worst-case scenario in your head? Do small problems quickly spiral into overwhelming fear or anxiety? If so, you might be dealing with catastrophizing thoughts—a common cognitive distortion that causes overthinking and mental spirals. As a Christian woman, it can...
Have you ever skipped one workout and told yourself the whole week was a loss? Or maybe you ate one donut and thought, “Well, I ruined the day already.” If so, you’ve likely encountered all-or-nothing thinking—a common, yet damaging cognitive distortion that pulls us into...
Understanding and Overcoming the “Mind Reading” Cognitive Distortion Have you ever walked away from a conversation convinced someone was mad at you—even though they didn’t say anything? Maybe they looked at their phone, didn’t reply to your text fast enough, or were just quiet... and...
Have you ever noticed how a single thought can shift your entire mood? Maybe you looked in the mirror and thought, “Ugh, I look awful today.” Suddenly, you're feeling embarrassed or withdrawn—and without realizing it, you're avoiding people, hiding behind a hoodie, or spiraling into...