All or Nothing Thinking
0 comments'All or Nothing Thinking' ‘All- or- nothing thinking’ is commonly referred to as “black and white thinking.” This type of thinking is unrealistic, and limiting. ‘All- or- nothing- thinking’ limits a person’s ability to see the big picture, and forces them to make a choice between two extremes.
‘All- or- nothing thinking’ relates to the theme of perfectionism. Something is either perfect or it is a failure.
Examples of ‘all- or -nothing thinking’:
- I was bad and ate two pieces of cake. I really blew it. I am now a failure so I might as well eat the whole cake.
- I do not have time to go to the gym every day, so I might as well not go at all.
Does the label of ‘all-or-nothing thinking’ fit you? Most people who suffer from an eating disorder think this way. If you find yourself falling into this trap, you might benefit from taking the steps to change' the all or nothing thinking'. Also, you may benefit from working with a therapist who can help you identify how, when and where you are engaging in this type of thought process. Furthermore, the therapist can help you develop other thought processes that will be more effective in helping you achieve your goal.
If this description fits you, and you are interested in changing this type of thought process . . .
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