Current Featured Series: Common Physician Thought Distortions

Welcome to our current featured series: Common Physician Thought Distortions, where we explore the mental patterns that add unnecessary challenges to our careers.

Thought distortions are well-worn patterns of thinking that feel true but aren't. They're subtle, familiar, and they show up particularly often in physicians. Once you can recognize them, you can form new, more accurate thinking patterns.

Throughout this series, we unpack the most common cognitive errors, how they impact us at work and beyond, and practical tips to catch them before they spiral.

Whether you're starting fresh or joining mid-way, you can use the links below to explore each part of the series:

Series Overview:

Part 1:

Common Physician Thought Distortions, Overview

Part 2: 

Common Physician Thought Distortions, Should-statements and Polarization

Part 3:

Common Physician Thought Distortions, Mental Filter and Dismissing the Positive

Part 4:

Common Physician Thought Distortions, Mind-Reading and Personalization

Part 5: 

Common Physician Thought Distortions, Overgeneralization