Negative Thinking Patterns

verb to think, speak, or write at length about (a particular subject, especially one that is a source of unhappiness, anxiety, or dissatisfaction)

• It is not productive to dwell on past mistakes in a professional setting.
• Don't dwell on what happened, just move on and focus on the present.
• Stop dwelling on it, it's not worth your time and energy.
• His mind tends to dwell on negative thoughts, preventing him from enjoying the present moment.

noun a person who constantly complains or grumbles

• The grumbler in the office always has something negative to say about the company's policies.
• Don't be such a grumbler, just enjoy the party.
• The grumbler at the bar wouldn't stop complaining about the service.
• She was known as the grumbler of the family, always finding fault in everything.

verb to view or present a situation as considerably worse than it actually is, often leading to feelings of extreme anxiety or distress

• It is important not to catastrophize situations and instead approach them with a rational mindset.
• Don't catastrophize things, just take them as they come.
• Stop catastrophizing everything, it's not as bad as you think.
• She tends to catastrophize minor setbacks, turning them into major disasters in her mind.

noun a piece of advice or recommendation given to guide someone in making a decision or taking action

• I sought advice from a professional before making any decisions.
• Can you give me some advice on what to wear to the party?
• Hey, can you hook me up with some advice on how to ace this test?
• His words of wisdom acted as a guiding advice in my life.