Learn how to combat negative thoughts, and think positively.

Trying to figure out if this class is right for you? Do a self-test.
The left side describes someone who is challenged by negative thoughts, the right side describes someone who knows how to deal with their world of ideas effectively. If you say "yes" more often on the left, this class may be the right next step for you. 

Uh-oh, there are some warning signs.

  • I think very negative, pessimistic thoughts about myself, others, and situations.
  • I use degrading self-talk and/or self-doubt.
  • I ruminate about the past, worry about the future; I have tunnel vision when it comes to that.
  • I keep a pessimistic mindset.
  • I dwell on harming myself or others and/or committing suicide.
  • I gossip, curse; use foul language.
  • I have constant dissatisfaction with my life and/or focus on wishful thinking.
  • I am unable to solve my problems and/or make decisions.
  • I have racing thoughts and/or inability to focus.
  • I am defeated in learning conditions that are different from mine.
  • My mind is deteriorating (i.e. impaired concentration, memory problems unrelated to medical condition).

Excellent, you got this!

  • I know when to stop and redirect destructive thoughts.
  • I refute irrational beliefs and overcome fears.
  • I can reframe negative situations into a positive challenge.
  • I learn from past experience and apply it to future situations.
  • I reach out for help when in danger of hurting self or others.
  • I try to focus on success, not failure.
  • I choose to think and speak to myself and others with respect.
  • I am thankful for all the positive things in my life.
  • I can effectively handle any situation that comes along the way.
  • I am grounded and fully present in most situations.
  • I know how to learn best and arrange my learning environment accordingly.
  • I am curious and attend to my need for lifelong learning.
In this class you will learn how to wrestle with your thought life, and gain more control. We will look at 10 tools that can help you get there. These ten tools are:
  1. Understanding destructive beliefs and thoughts
  2. Analyzing personal thinking patterns
  3. Transforming destructive ways of thinking
  4. Choosing optimism
  5. The power of self-affirmations
  6. Gratefulness
  7. Problem solving and Decision-making
  8. Mindfulness
  9. Maximizing intelligence and learning style
  10. Challenging your mind