Distorted thinking is at the root of “neurosis”
“Much of what we call emotion is nothing more or less than a certain kind – a biased, prejudiced, or strongly evaluative kind – of thought.” ~Albert Ellis, Rational Psychotherapy and Individual Psychology Originally posted 2016-03-08 20:20:42.
Mortification of the Self
MORTIFICATION of the EGO This may seem tangential to REBT. It definitely leans more to the philosophical than therapeutic. I think the conclusion brings the therapeutic aspect into clearer focus. The “ego” or “self” or however you want to describe or define it, comes preinstalled on all humans so far as we know, […]
Ten Cognitive Distortions & Four IB’s
REBT-CBT is built on the premise that we all make fundamental mistakes in the way we think about ourselves, other people and life in general, and that these mistakes (irrational beliefs and cognitive distortions) are the real cause of (virtually all) of our misery and dysfunction and failure. This is so important! Continue reading to see […]
Is “should” ever necessary?
A faithful reader asks What’s the best response to “I should have ______ (done x y z more) and if I had, things would be different now”? Thank you.” Ah, yes! Our “Darling Shoulds!” How we resist relinquishing them! As if they were some jewel more precious than diamonds! 😉 Originally posted […]
The Gospel According to St.Albert
Your Opinion Matters “I’m very happy. I like my work and the various aspects of it-going around the world, teaching the gospel according to St. Albert.” ~Albert Ellis Welcome to our very first “Your Opinion Matters” Column! Originally posted 2013-04-29 08:05:04.
Celebrating 60 Years of Incorporation! The Albert Ellis Institute is pleased to announce our 60th year of being incorporated as a nonprofit organization! Proceeds will contribute to the Albert Ellis Institute’s outreach, advocacy, prevention and intervention for individuals in need of psychological services who may not otherwise have access. Visit our Website […]
Broadening the appeal of REBT CBT?
AEI Expansion Plans
From: Albert Ellis Institute <info@albertellis.org> Subject: An important announcement Date: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 17:02:02 -0400 (EDT) To: Rex. … @ > The Board of Trustees of the Albert Ellis Institute is delighted to announce the next phase of its expansion, growth, and development. Originally posted 2013-07-19 18:00:41.