Neither emotions nor thoughts is the real problem. They are natural, inevitable features of being human. The deeper ...

It can help to recognize that intrusive thoughts are automatic and not under your control. "Many intrusive thoughts are like little ‘ANTs'-Automatic Negative Thoughts," explains Awadallah.

After giving birth to her second child, NPR's LA Johnson struggled with scary thoughts that didn't seem to go away. She ...

Have you ever had a disturbing thought pop up into your head? Thoughts that are distressing, repetitive and unwanted are called intrusive thoughts. NPR's Senior Visuals producer LA Johnson talks with ...

Timeless Lessons from the Bhagavad Gita In the silent corners of the mind, where thoughts multiply like wildfire, overthinking often becomes our greatest enemy. It creeps in quietly — turning ...

While we control certain thinking processes, others are automatic and uncontrollable. Choosing which thoughts to engage with helps those with ROCD reengage in their relationships.

Aligning thoughts with actions in pursuit of your goals is a fundamental task for any leader who is looking to inspire, transcend and influence in their organization.

How do I change my mind-set? Self-control is much easier when you reframe your thoughts to make your emotions feel less extreme, reduce the lure of a temptation or pinpoint a specific goal.

Throughout the process of getting out of a professional rut, it’s important to gain control over your mindset. I firmly believe that our thoughts shape our lives.