Core Beliefs Worksheet
Understanding and challenging negative beliefs about yourself
Section 1: What are Core Beliefs
Core beliefs are deep, automatic thoughts about who you are. They affect how you see yourself, others, and the world. These beliefs often form early and can be negative even if they’re not true.
Section 2: Common Negative Core Beliefs
I’m unlovable I’m not good enough I’m a bad person I’m stupid I’m ugly I’m abnormal I’m boring I’m worthless I’m undeserving
Section 3: Identify One Core Belief
Write one negative core belief you relate to.
Section 4: Find Contradictory Evidence
Write three things that show this belief might not be 100% true.
Section 5: Final Reflection
Negative core beliefs can feel true, but they are often based on past experiences-not facts. The more you practice noticing and challenging them, the easier it becomes to see yourself more clearly and kindly. Change takes time, but even small shifts in how you think can lead to big changes in how you feel.
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