Psychological exercise-test "Magic reframing"

Introduction
How many times have you faced a situation that seemed negative to you, but over time, you realized that it did you good? This phenomenon is called reframing. Psychologists say that the ability to change the angle of view on what is happening helps to reduce stress, develop adaptive thinking and achieve better results.
What is reframing?
Reframing is a technique of cognitive psychology that allows you to change the interpretation of the situation, look at the problem from a different angle and find a resource in it. This method is actively used in NLP. cognitive-behavioral therapy and deliberate.
1. Why does reframing work?
Our perception of the world is based on beliefs and thought patterns. If we change the context or interpretation of a situation, we can change the way we think about it. It helps:

• Reduce stress and anxiety levels.
• Find new opportunities in difficult situations.
• Building confidence.

How to perform the “Magic Reframing” exercise?
Try this test to help you change your perception of difficult situations.
2. Step 1: Remember the difficult situation
Take a piece of paper and write down a situation that causes you discomfort or irritation.
3. Stage 2: Identify your emotions
How do you feel about this situation? Anger, fear, disappointment? Write them down.
4. Step 3: Find an alternative perspective
Answer the questions:

• How would my friend look at this?
• How would I assess this situation in 5 years?
• What hidden lesson can this situation teach me?

5. Stage 4: Rethink
Reframe your situation using a positive context. For example:

• "I got fired." “I had the opportunity to find a better job.”
• "I'm being criticized." “I got feedback for growth.”

6. Stage 5: Consolidating new thinking
For a new way of thinking to become habitual, it is important to consolidate it. Repeat reframing daily, finding positive moments in any situation. Keep a mindfulness diary where you will record examples of your new outlook on life.

Conclusion
Reframing helps people not only overcome difficulties, but also see opportunities in them. This skill can be developed daily, training the ability to find the positive even in the most difficult situations.
Glossary

• reframing Changing the view of the situation to find new meanings.
• Cognitive behavioral therapy A method of psychotherapy based on changing negative thinking attitudes.
• NLP Neurolinguistic programming, methods of working with thinking and communication.
• Mindfulness The practice of concentration at the present moment without value judgment.
• Mental patterns - stable patterns of thinking that affect the perception of the world.
• Mindfulness Diary A self-reflection tool that allows you to analyze your progress in changing your thinking.