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Cognitive reappraisal

Consider a less catastrophic interpretation still consistent with known facts.

Research-supported underlying process · evidence grade A/B

Where it comes from

Central to James Gross’s process model of emotion regulation.

What the evidence says

A substantial experimental literature; a large workplace field experiment reported lasting improvements in well-being and work outcomes.

When it helps

Ambiguous criticism, catastrophizing after meetings, and treating uncertainty as certainty.

Offered in the app for: Ordinary disagreement

Try it

  • Ask: what is one less catastrophic interpretation that still fits the facts?
  • Consider one alternative explanation consistent with the facts. Keep credible risks in view.

Watch out

  • Don’t reframe explicit threats or discrimination into “maybe I’m overreacting”.
  • Do not use to explain away credible mistreatment.

Sources

The evidence label describes a broader process or framework. This extension and its brief workplace exercises have not been independently validated.