Some years ago I had a CBT therapist. I was contemplating taking a vacation to Aruba (or somewhere similar) but was worried that I'd like sitting on the beach so much I wouldn't return. He asked me, "Have you ever sat on a beach?" Me: "Yes." Therapist: "And what happened?" Me: "I got bored after an hour."
Spot on! CBT often focuses on helping us challenge our anxious thinking by grounding ourselves in reality. Sounds like you learned a valuable lesson that will hopefully make your upcoming trip even more enjoyable.
Great breakdown of CBT that fits well with my recent experience of seeing a CBT therapist. "All or Nothing" thinking has perhaps been my biggest challenge and just noticing this, and taking conscious steps away from it really help. Definitely recommend CBT therapists.
Very helpful and informative. Thank you.
Some years ago I had a CBT therapist. I was contemplating taking a vacation to Aruba (or somewhere similar) but was worried that I'd like sitting on the beach so much I wouldn't return. He asked me, "Have you ever sat on a beach?" Me: "Yes." Therapist: "And what happened?" Me: "I got bored after an hour."
Yes, look to the evidence.
Spot on! CBT often focuses on helping us challenge our anxious thinking by grounding ourselves in reality. Sounds like you learned a valuable lesson that will hopefully make your upcoming trip even more enjoyable.
Great breakdown of CBT that fits well with my recent experience of seeing a CBT therapist. "All or Nothing" thinking has perhaps been my biggest challenge and just noticing this, and taking conscious steps away from it really help. Definitely recommend CBT therapists.