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Positive Thinking Daily Journal

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The upsetting situation

Stop: My discouraging thought

Ask: Is that a helpful thought?

Choose: My new, encouraging thought

ExampleI couldn't go to my child's game yesterday because I had to work.I've got my priorities wrong - I'm being a bad parent.No! I go to as many games as I can, and my job helps me save for my child's education.I'm the best parent I can be … and I'm putting aside money for my child's future. My priorities are OK.

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Current as of: June 24, 2023

Author: Healthwise Staff
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