Why is the negative easy to believe?

[libertynow]

During my bad days it seems like negative thoughts are easily convincing and when I try some positive replacement thoughts they are hardly convincing. I was once a positive guy and quite calm. This past year I'm 34 years old it's been different. I find I'm still calm as in calmer than most people around me who aren't even suffering with anxiety or depression. I'm positive with others when giving feedback advice. But internally inside it seems I'm not so positive with myself and not so calm with myself.

Some days I get glimpse of normal where I feel in control of my thoughts and feelings but the normal is short lived. I'll get the odd good full day but that's if I'm doing stimulating activities all day.

Kevin

[libertynow]

I cant add a lot to this other than to say i am exactly the same. I am my own worse critic. When someone compliments me about anything, i find it so foreign and wonder why they would think that. Im working as hard as i can to counter my own negative thoughts. They are definitely a huge contributor in keeping me in my current mental health status. If you are aware you are doing it then thats a big part of the battle over. Self awareness can bring about change. Good luck with it. Frankie. :)

Frankie thanks so much your comment lifted my spirit a little. I'm sure you know a little is a lot for us. ;) I will elaborate more on this topic soon.