Recognizing and Changing Negative Thought Patterns
Sometimes we as humans get stuck with interpreting negative and distressing situations, over and over again. Negative thought patterns, also known as cognitive distortions, can lead to incorrect assumptions, unrealistic self-criticisms, and even denial of reality. As a breast cancer patient or survivor, negative thought patterns are more common because of the emotional turmoil that is associated with a breast cancer diagnosis. This devastating diagnosis can heavily impact psychological well-being as well as physical health. Negative thoughts are a part of life and truthfully inevitable, especially as a cancer patient and survivor.
Feeding your Brain to Fight Chemobrain
Chemo brain is a lingering side effect of being diagnosed with breast cancer. It’s described as a mental fog that drops your cognition ability to perform simple tasks or remember things in your memory.
The Benefits of Gardening for Breast Cancer Patients & Survivors
Gardening has been shown to have a positive impact on both physical and mental health. Engaging in gardening activities can provide a low-impact workout that can improve cardiovascular health, flexibility, and strength. Gardening can also be a great stress-reliever and form of therapy. It can give you a sense of accomplishment, reduce anxiety, and increase feelings of well-being. The physical act of gardening, such as digging, planting, and weeding, can be a mindful activity that helps you stay present in the moment and provides a distraction from worries and negative thoughts.
