It is impossible for me to conceive of a character more utterly detestable than that of the Hebrew god. He wasted time in ceremony and childish detail, and in the exaggeration of what he had done. He was always promising but never performed. Their god was quick-tempered unreasonable, cruel, revengeful and dishonest.
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As Carl Rogers suggests, the world is full of kind and generous people who can inspire great optimism.When reading the history of the Jewish people, of their flight from slavery to death, of their exchange of tyrants, I must confess that my sympathies are all aroused in their behalf. Focus on stories about inspirational people who are doing great things and making powerful contributions to society. If you find yourself getting pessimistic about the world, take a look at the people around you who can help boost you up.
News articles and social media stories don't offer a true look at what's going on in the world around you. Rogers's quote suggests that while focusing on such stories might make the world seem like a terrible place, focusing on individual people can help you maintain a more optimistic and realistic view of the world.
Your social media feed might present you with a constant influx of stories focused on strife, arguments, and crises. The news seems filled with stories of tragedy and human misery. "When I look at the world I'm pessimistic, but when I look at people I am optimistic."Ĭarl Rogers is saying it can be all too easy to start to feel pessimistic about the state of the world. Įllis is known for developing rational emotive behavior therapy, a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy focused on helping clients change irrational beliefs. Those who possess an external locus of control often feel helpless, powerless, and unmotivated to make changes in their lives. People who have an internal locus of control tend to feel more in control, have a greater sense of self-efficacy, and are typically happier and healthier. Essentially, your locus of control refers to whether you see the events in your life as outside of your control or whether you feel that your actions can influence your destiny. In psychology, this concept is often referred to as having an internal locus of control. While you might not be able to control all the things that happen to you or that you experience through your life, you can take charge of how you respond to these events. Clearly, there are aspects of your life that are outside of your control. This quote from Albert Ellis is all about taking responsibility for your own life and choices. You realize that you control your own destiny." You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology, or the president. "The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. See what skills and knowledge you might gain from the experience. Challenge yourself to try something new or tackle something that you don't necessarily find enjoyable: enrolling in a new class, trying a different workout, or committing to a marathon. If you find yourself falling into a rut, try taking James' advice. For an ardent introvert, starting conversations with strangers would be a great example of an undesirable task that might lead to an unexpected reward. Īs James's quote suggests, sometimes it is important to do things even if you do not necessarily enjoy or want to engage in these activities. It is during these times that you learn a great deal about yourself, your strengths, and your weaknesses. Sometimes the greatest learning experiences are those brought on by adversity and challenge. With this quote, psychologist and philosopher William James is saying life shouldn't always be about taking the easy road. "Everybody should do at least two things each day that he hates to do, just for practice."
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