Don’t Let ’em See You Sweat!
Posted by Rex Alexander on Wed 25 Sep 24 in Anxiety, Dire need for love & approval, fears & phobias, Rating, Self esteem, Shame, Shame attacking exercise, Social Anxiety | ∞
This from an old friend from the REBT-CBT-FORUM@yahoogroups.com whom we have not heard from for a long time. This person has been struggling with anxiety and although works diligently applying REBT-CBT techniques, does not appear to be getting much traction. Although I am not psychic, I think I may have an idea as to why. […]
Will Unconditional Self Acceptance make me lose my edge?
Posted by Rex Alexander on Sat 21 Sep 24 in Acceptance, Ask Rex, Perfectionism, Self esteem, self vs. behavior, Success & Achievement, Task Perfection vs. Self Perfection, USA | ∞
Sean B. in Florida asks Rex. I think I understand the idea of unconditional self acceptance, in theory at least. But I am afraid that adopting it will cause me to lose my edge and stop striving for excellence in my career. If I accept myself unconditionally, then do I have to accept it if […]