Over generalization

A clue is using words such as “always” or “never”.  I recall a Pastor saying to the congregation to be careful not to use the word “always”. These statements of “You always, or You never”. My husband Hal and I have been careful ever since. Catching each other and more importantly, catching ourselves.

Watch for making “mountains out of molehills” this is more over generalization. Keep situations right sized and not blow them out of proportion.

Seeing a single negative event such as a career interruption or an invitation rejection, as a never-ending pattern or defeat. 

How often do you use the words “always” or “never”? 

What kind of damage do these words cause to those we love?

When I experience these defeats, how can I self soothe?