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Mind-Reading Challenge
You assume what others think of you — but never asked.
Goal
Expose your assumptions about others' thoughts as thoughts not facts, lowering social anxiety.
Steps
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Identify assumption: "He hates me", "She thinks I'm naive".
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Reduce the emotion linked to the assumption.
Evidence base
School: CBT
Founders: Aaron T. Beck (1976)
One of Beck's 10 cognitive distortions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Mind-Reading Challenge" take?
This exercise takes about 10 minutes, practiced solo in a Written reflection format.
When will I notice the effect of "Mind-Reading Challenge"?
Reduce the emotion linked to the assumption. In the short term: You learn not to base decisions on "assumed thoughts".
Is "Mind-Reading Challenge" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on CBT (Aaron T. Beck (1976)). One of Beck's 10 cognitive distortions.
Is "Mind-Reading Challenge" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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