Magda Murawska, M.Ed. I hope that I am not alone what I recall the following scenario – Sitting at a table with friends, I listen to them discuss their accounts of job promotions and various exciting life experiences. Happy and
Brooke Guttenberg, M.S. At one time or another we have all tried to predict the future. We may picture ourselves five years down the road and wonder where we will end up. Usually, the most interesting part of that game
Kristen Tobias, M.A. This blog is one of four that will expound on the types of frustration intolerance (FI) discussed in my last entry, Not All Frustrations are Created Equal. Entitlitis is a word that has insidiously slipped into American
Shonda Lackey, Ph.D. So, you’ve been in therapy for a while. How do you know when it’s time to leave? Assuming there were no ruptures in the professional relationship with your therapist, you may consider ending treatment once you’ve achieved
Kristen Tobias, M.A. Frustration intolerance (FI), or low frustration tolerance (LFT), refers to a meta-cognitive process wherein individuals think that they cannot stand something. In the theory of REBT, FI is conceptualized as a core irrational belief, or a universal
Shonda Lackey, Ph.D. Independence Day was this past weekend. It’s a holiday that often involves barbeques, the beach, and fireworks. Many people also pay honor to our veterans and active duty service members. It’s a time to reflect on what
Shonda Lackey, Ph.D. One of the most powerful and unique aspects of REBT is, perhaps, the differentiation between negative emotions and unhealthy negative emotions. The typical practitioner of REBT does not expect you to feel happy when you experience an
By Kristen Tobias, M.A. Frustration tolerance refers to the ability to withstand difficult or vexing situations/events. Some may have High Frustration Tolerance (HFT) wherein they withstand annoying, even highly annoying, circumstances without getting disturbed (i.e., angry, anxious, depressed, or another
By Kristen Tobias, M.A. The benefits of exercise are enormous. Exercise promotes cardiovascular health, cognitive functioning, mental health, and of course, can lead to a more toned physical appearance or desired weight. So, why then is it so hard, for
By Brooke Guttenberg, M.S. Everyday we are asked to make choices. In fact, we find ourselves making choices many times throughout the day. Some of these choices may be as simple as what to eat for breakfast. Although, more often