Negative thoughts can feel like an endless loop, especially in early motherhood. You’re exhausted and overwhelmed, and suddenly, your brain is telling you things like "I’ll never sleep again" or "I’m failing as a mom." But are these thoughts really true? In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore dive deep into negative thought patterns, why they happen, and how you can start shifting them.

Ashley breaks down Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and how understanding the CBT Triangle—thoughts, feelings, and behaviors—can help you disrupt the cycle of self-doubt, anxiety, and guilt. We also unpack common cognitive distortions like catastrophizing, overgeneralizing, and "should" statements that make motherhood feel even harder.

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking the worst or feeling stuck in a negative spiral, this episode will give you the tools to reframe your thoughts, regain control, and build healthier mental habits—one small step at a time.

Learn how negative thoughts impact your emotions and actions, the CBT Triangle and why it’s key to changing your mindset, the biggest cognitive distortions that trip us up as moms, a simple "thought log" exercise to help you shift your thinking, and why rewiring your brain is like driving on a muddy road.

You are not your thoughts. And with practice, you can train your brain to think in a way that supports you, not holds you back.

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