It takes courage to be happy in a sad world!
I wrote this yesterday for someone who struggles with depression. While I reckon no one would ever accuse me of being Pollyanna, this is a message of hope, albeit expressed in an oblique way. Please share your thoughts and feelings. It takes courage to be happy in a sad world! 10,382 total views, 2 views today […]
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Negative thinking patterns
Negative thinking patterns can be immensely deceptive and persuasive, and change is rarely easy. But with patience and persistence, I believe that nearly all individuals suffering from depression can improve and experience a sense of joy and self-esteem once again.” ~David Burns, author “Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy” […]
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A loyal reader complains of being “depressed about nothing in particular.” Sound familiar? 4,697 total views, 4 views today Originally posted 2014-07-16 06:50:09.
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Is depression inherited or learned?
“You largely constructed your depression. It wasn’t given to you. Therefore, you can deconstruct it.” ~Albert Ellis This one really pisses some people off, especially those who are quite invested in thinking about their depression as “genetic” and “inherited.” 749 total […]
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Four Albert Ellis Bestsellers for You.
When you buy using these affiliate links, I get a small commission which keeps me in coffee, which keeps me working, which keeps me providing you with this content… Thank you! Here are four classic, best-selling REBT titles by Dr. Ellis that will give you a solid foundation to begin your studies of REBT-CBT or […]
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Depression following benzodiazepine withdrawal
Mick wrote: “cannot help but feel that my life has been ruined by this withdrawal process. 10 months out and I am in another wave. I have so much brain fog its unreal, as well as many, many many other debilitating symptoms. I lost the person whom I thought that I would marry one day. […]
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How do we manage “job burnout”?
A reader asks about managing job burnout What a great topic! There is an expectation that has become common since the 1960’s that work is “supposed” to be fulfilling, satisfying, fun, even meaningful . . . 5,608 total views, 2 views today Originally posted 2013-06-25 02:53:25.
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Can Suicide ever be a rational act?
In light of recent events in the news and some of the lovely stuff that Jimmy and Steve posted here recently, I thought it might be appropriate to talk a little about suicide. First of all, if you are thinking about killing yourself or are having thoughts about harming yourself that are scaring you, pick […]
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Conversation with Aaron Beck, Founder Cognitive Therapy
Fascinating Conversation with Aaron T. Beck, founder of Cognitive Therapy Click on the blue link below to watch the video abut the life and times of Dr. Beck, and join in the discussion. 3,653 total views, 1 views today Originally posted 2013-04-08 21:04:46.
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We miss Robin Williams
On 11 August 2014, we were all saddened and shocked to learn of the suicide of the national treasure, Robin Williams, particulary I think members of my generation. Robin was a year younger than me, and could have continued to make people laugh for perhaps another 20 years or more. 2,166 total views, 1 views today Originally […]
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