22/11/2025
Here is some old school psychology about how to bring about change to what you think about yourself, others, and the world. This is now 50 years old, but is it still relevant or true?
In CBT (cognitive behaviour therapy), we often talk about changing behaviour to facilitate a change in the way we think and the way we feel. To be fair, it works (in the main). Here, it is suggested that you must force yourself into this change, to confront your employer, etc. But not only this, you must do it over and over again for long enough durations.
Now, I agree it takes courage and determination to make change in anything, including behaviour. However, must we engage in forcing and pushing ourselves? What do people think about this? Is there a gentler way to bring about positive change through our behaviour?
Let me know your thoughts on this rainy Saturday! π§