The concept of thinking might sound straightforward and instinctive. In many situations, particularly with practical matters, such as working out the best route to get to work or deciding what colour to paint your child’s bedroom, it could be as simple as going into problem-solving mode, doing some research, and making a decision.
However, when our experiences involve an emotional challenge or struggle, thinking about them can become much harder. Instead, we may avoid, become overwhelmed, or react impulsively to the situation.
One way we can understand this is that thinking is not actually a skill we’re born with, but an ability that develops throughout our lives, particularly during infancy. This idea might sound surprising. After all, babies clearly react to the world; they cry, reach out, and respond to those around them. But reacting to the world is not the same as thinking about it.
According to the psychoanalyst Wilfred Bion, thinking involves the capacity to make sense of emotional experiences, which often requires sitting with uncomfortable feelings.
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Joseph Bailey Psychotherapy 