A story from Thought Forge
Derek: parents getting a divorce
Derek's parents just told him they're getting a divorce. They said it's not his fault but it still feels that way.
“This is all my fault. If I'd been better, they'd stay together.”
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About Thought Forge
Turning an overly negative thought into one that is both realistic and kind: "I can't do anything right" becomes "Some things are hard, and I get better with practice."
Helpful for: self-criticism, negative thinking, low confidence, bouncing back from setbacks. More in the glossary
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