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A thought, not the truth

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A thought, not the truth

When a thought feels like a judgment about you – mid-game or afterwards.

When you use this

When a thought feels like a judgment about you – mid-game or afterwards.

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Briefly explained

You put a label on the thought: “This is a thought, not a fact.” Then you don't have to fight it off and can still keep playing. Example: “They're going to take me off soon” – recognise it, let it be, get back to your position.

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