Explore the role of personalization in distress from "summary" of Feeling Great by David Burns
The idea that personalization plays a role in causing distress is a key concept in understanding and overcoming negative emotions. Personalization involves taking responsibility for events that are outside of our control, attributing blame to ourselves for things that are not our fault. This cognitive distortion can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and inadequacy.
When we personalize, we are essentially telling ourselves that we are to blame for everything that goes wrong in our lives. This can create a cycle of self-criticism and negative self-talk that reinforces feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness. By recognizing and challenging this tendency to personalize, we can begin to break free fr...
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