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Old Jan 28, 2016, 10:47 AM
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I am reading Feeling Good by Dr. David Burns, and one of things I learned yesterday from him is that knowing what is causing your problems doesn't usually help solving it. It gives you insight, but probably not a solution. I tend to agree with him. May be you are more reflective and intellectual than me, but for me, especially right now in my closed perception to reality, I need more practical steps to gradually overcome my subconscious impulses, and not just knowing that they are the cause of my issues and my feelings about them. I appreciate your input, though.
That view is partially correct. For many people, getting an insight into the reasons which can be responsible for their current psychological dilemma , is quite helpful. Psychotherapy is this type of treatment. It can also lead to a "diagnosis".

Now if your not interested in having any insight , there are many forms of therapy out there that can help you change your current feelings or behavior without getting insightful. You can learn how to change your thoughts right on the spot. DBT , CBT , etc....
And quite a great deal of information is available on PC Central. Right here.

Best to you ,regardless of the method you choose , or believe , is best for you. I'd like to caution you though.
Remain OPENMINDED !
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