How Cognitive Distortions Contribute to Violence
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Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes continues to explore cognitive distortions, focusing on the importance of contextualizing our beliefs about safety and power. She warns against the amplification of fears through social media, which often presents information in a way that feels omnipresent and threatening. Dr. Snipes urges individuals to assess the accuracy of such information and to consider the facts within their own context to determine their actual safety. She emphasizes the need to address feelings of unsafety in non-violent ways that empower rather than aggress. Additionally, she discusses 'mind reading' as a cognitive distortion, where assumptions are made about others' thoughts based on their affiliations, leading to inaccurate conclusions. Dr. Snipes advises against overgeneralization and encourages seeking more information when it's lacking to make informed decisions. She concludes by reminding viewers that while cognitive distortions may give an illusion of power, they often contribute to feelings of unsafety and powerlessness, and it's crucial to evaluate beliefs with facts and take appropriate steps to feel safer without overstepping others' boundaries.
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes continues to explore cognitive distortions, focusing on the importance of cont