Break Free From Upsetting Thoughts
Some of our thoughts can be very disturbing, frightening or depressing. Yet, no matter what we try so we don't have to have these thoughts, we can't seem to get rid of them. Some thoughts even get stuck in our minds and keep returning with growing intensity.
In this course you'll learn why that's so, and what to do, so you can break free from the burden of upsetting thoughts.
Course Curriculum
- 1) What Cognitive Defusion Is & Why It Matters (9:02)
- 2) Types Of Upsetting Thoughts (It’s Not Only You) (11:17)
- 3) How To Know You’re Hooked By Upsetting Thoughts I Signs Of Cognitive Fusion (incl. Questionnaire) (5:50)
- 4) How & Why You Get Hooked By Upsetting Thoughts (11:58)
- Deep Dive: Times We’re More Likely To Have Intrusive Thoughts (3:05)
- Deep Dive: The Difference Between Intrusive Thoughts & Impulses (5:43)
- 5) Unhooking Fails: Things You May Have Tried To Get Rid Of Upsetting Thoughts (11:16)
- 6) Important Truths / Facts About Thoughts Part 1 (10:58)
- 7) Important Truths / Facts About Thoughts Part 2 (10:03)
- 8) Cognitive Defusion Vs. Defenses & Unhelpful Coping Mechanisms (10:59)
- 9) What Do We Hook Into After Unhooking From An Upsetting Thought? (10:33)
- 10) How To Unhook From Upsetting Thoughts Part 1 (9:50)
- 11) How To Unhook From Upsetting Thoughts Part 2 (13:10)
- Deep Dive: Overcoming Reluctance To Unhooking (10:28)
- Deep Dive: Emotional Defusion (5:00)
- Sign Up For Cognitive Defusion Emails Here!
- Book Recommendations
You will learn to
- Notice upsetting thoughts and their dynamic
- Recognize different types of upsetting thoughts
- Understand upsetting thoughts, why we have them and the effect of paradoxical effort
- Notice signs of when you've gotten hooked by an unhelpful thought
- Change the way you relate to your thoughts
- The difference between the thinking and noticing self
- Unhook / defuse from upsetting thoughts, so they lose their power over you
- Reduce stress, anxiety and low mood by letting go of unhelpful coping strategies
- How to apply emotional defusion
This course includes
- 11 video lessons in UltraHD/4K resolution
- 9 downloadable flipchart illustrations
- 1 downloadable cognitive fusion questionnaire
- Lots of exercises
- Comment sections in each chapter where the students and teacher discuss the lesson
- Links to videos on my YouTube channel that are connected to the topic of each chapter
- Book recommendations for further discoveries
- An email series you can subscribe to, to receive reminders of what you've learned after completing the course
Your Instructor Dr. Maika Steinborn
I'm a psychologist and passionate about sharing uplifting and practical insights from psychology to help you empower yourself to do what’s important to you on the deepest level of your heart.
Life can be confusing and hard. I support people in making sense of themselves, and connecting with, unleashing and guiding their inner power. My approach is based on the idea that with the right mindset, knowledge and skills humans are much more capable of growth and happiness than we often assume.
I believe personal growth is the greatest adventure life holds for us - is there something else that can change the quality of our experience in such a meaningful way?
I have a diploma (master's degree) and doctorate (PhD) in psychology and 13 years experience as a speaker, teacher and coach on the topic of self-leadership. In 2019 I started sharing my content on YouTube.
Frequently asked questions
When does the course start?
Right now - that is, if you want to. This is a self-paced course, you decide when you want to start, when you want to continue in which speed and when you finish.
How long do I have access to this course?
For your life! Once you have access, you have it. You can take your time with completing this course and implementing changes and new habits, and you can come back to refresh your learnings any time.
On how many devices do I get access?
As many as you want - you can access this course from all and any of your devices.
What if I have a question?
I will answer all of your questions in the comment sections you find beneath each lesson of this course. I look forward to your thoughts and our discussion!
Can I get a refund?
Yes! If you're dissatisfied with the course, contact me within the first 30 days of your purchase and you will get a full refund.