Posted by Rex Alexander on Wed 27 Aug 25 in Albert Ellis, Dire need for love & approval, Rational living, Rational Thinking, Self-interest, Uncategorized with Comments closed |

Politically Correct vs. Free Speech?


What on Earth could REBT have to say about “political correctness” vs. free speech?

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Originally posted 2014-06-25 07:11:21.

Dire need for love and approval . . .

Posted by Gunars Neiders on Wed 27 Aug 25 in Dire need for love & approval, Guest Author with Comments closed |

 


It is always a privilege to hear from Dr. Gunars Neiders. Here is his response from the REBT-CBT Forum Yahoogroup to a member struggling with what Dr. Ellis coined as a “Dire need for love and approval.”

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Originally posted 2017-08-10 23:12:37.

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Will Unconditional Self Acceptance make me lose my edge?

Posted by Rex Alexander on Tue 26 Aug 25 in Acceptance, Ask Rex, Perfectionism, Self esteem, self vs. behavior, Success & Achievement, Task Perfection vs. Self Perfection, USA with Comments closed |

 

 

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 I do a crappy job on an important project?”

Hi Sean. Good question!

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Originally posted 2013-04-28 05:37:44.

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Does dream interpretation have a place in REBT?

Posted by Rex Alexander on Tue 26 Aug 25 in REBT & Other therapies compared, Superstition, z-monthly with Comments closed |

I asked ChatGPT to play the role of a Jungian analyst, and to interpret an especially vivid dream I had before awakening this morning.  What do you think ChatGPT (Who I call “Buddy”) had to say?  After you read the interpretation, share your reactions and especially if this has any relevance to REBT-CBT?

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Originally posted 2023-09-09 10:38:15.

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Posted by Rex Alexander on Mon 25 Aug 25 in Demanding, Demanding, Depression, job burn out, Low Frustration Tolerance, Perfectionism with Comments closed |
A loyal 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 . . . 

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Originally posted 2013-06-25 02:53:25.

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Can Suicide ever be a rational act?

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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 up the phone right now  and call in the United States

Suicide prevention

1-800-273-8255

 

 A sympathetic ear and someone who can help you gain some perspective about your situation and point you to some . . . 

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Originally posted 2014-08-14 03:09:37.

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Posted by Rex Alexander on Sun 24 Aug 25 in Books & Media, bookshop, meditation, Mindfulness, REBT & Other therapies compared with Comments closed |

 

Mindfulness. If you are looking for definition of mindfulness that
1. Most people agree on,
2. Makes sense if you have never practiced,
3. Can be stated in a few words,

Forget it!   . . .  Sigh! 

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Originally posted 2019-05-05 19:30:54.

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Posted by Rex Alexander on Sun 24 Aug 25 in Books & Media, bookshop, Uncategorized with Comments closed |

 


This great quote that I have been sharing for years is NOT by the legendary Bruce Lee, or by anyone elese we can identify! Click for the full story.


You will continue to suffer if you have an emotional reaction to everything that is said to you. True power is sitting back and observing everything with logic. If words control you that means that everyone else can control you. Breath and allow things to pass.”
               ~Bruce Lee.         ~Anonymous                

 

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Originally posted 2019-04-11 21:55:02.

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Treating OCD with CBT?

Posted by Rex Alexander on Sat 23 Aug 25 in Addictions, Addictions, Alcoholism, Compulsions, Anxiety, Guest Author, Uncategorized with Comments closed |

 

How does REBT-CBT treat Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD )?

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Originally posted 2019-08-31 07:13:47.

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I don’t give a shit!

Posted by Rex Alexander on Sat 23 Aug 25 in Dire need for love & approval with Comments closed |


Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner.   ~Lao Tzu
                                                                     

Not!

 

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Originally posted 2016-05-22 22:21:16.

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