2.2 Examples Of Irrational Thought Analysis

2. 2. I can quiet the physical feelings of stress (trembling, sweaty hands and rapidly beating heart) before making the phones calls by spending a few minutes paying attention to my breathing. Focusing on my breathing (especially if I concentrate on the words “letting go” as I breath out) will allow my irrational thoughts to disperse. By purposefully recognizing that my upsetting thoughts are “just thoughts”, these irrational thoughts begin to drift away and my physical feelings stress go with them. I can use this technique before each phone call and therefore let go of the irrational thoughts of personal rejection and uncertainty that drive my feeling of anxiety and worry.