Controlling, substituting, or correcting our thoughts does not seem like a reliable method anymore. Research shows that trying to minimize or ignore negative thoughts only serves to reinforce them. As a result, we avoid situations and miss opportunities in our lives, just because we want to avoid unpleasant feelings.
Posts Taggedself-acceptance
How self-awareness can change your life
From the moment we grow up we need to be accepted by others to ensure our survival within the group in which we live. But we also need to follow our own unique path that…
The 24 letters
It is true that we cannot do everything well. We have limited resources. Our abilities are finite and sometimes I wonder if it is what we have or how we use it that determines whether…
Self-acceptance: the key to personal growth
Many self-help, wellness and psychology articles talk about steps towards personal development. But in my experience only one is the key. And it is usually ignored and underestimated. What is this? The unconditional acceptance of…