Have you ever had one small thing go wrong, and suddenly your brain spirals into a full-blown disaster scenario? Your boss emails you with a simple “Can we talk?” and you’re already convinced you’re getting fired. Your partner is in a bad mood, and you assume it’s because of something you did. A friend doesn’t text back right away, and your mind tells you they must be upset with you. This is catastrophizing—a cognitive distortion where your brain takes a minor issue and turns it into the worst possible outcome, without any real evidence. In this video, I break down exactly why we catastrophize, how our brains are wired to focus on threats, and how past experiences shape this way of thinking. More importantly, I’ll give you practical strategies to break free from this exhausting cycle. You’ll learn how to challenge negative thoughts, shift your perspective, and take back control of your mindset so you can respond to life’s challenges with clarity instead of panic.
