IN BLANKSTARE NEWS: You should stop using this word …

You should stop using this word … If ever a single word was responsible for guilt feelings and unrealistic expectations, it’s the word “should.” Licensed social worker and anxiety coach Carrie Howard told HuffPost that “’should-ing’ is a cognitive distortion and that it can create a sense of obligation that may not be based on actual facts. It can also lead to feelings of guilt and shame. Of course, there are absolutes that actually “should” be done, but Howard suggests that before you actually “should” yourself, take a moment to understand the implications.