10. Relentless criticism of self and others
Negative thought patterns that are directed at yourself or others can undermine your wellbeing. If you entertain the idea that you are a worthless failure it can get bigger and bigger until you struggle to think positively of yourself at all.
Important relationships can also be damaged by blowing out of proportion every annoyance or perceived slight from your partner, your family, or your boss. Healthy minds don’t ignore mistakes or missteps, but they are able to process and move past them.