I don't think you get the point- simply knowing the cause alone doesn't solve anything. It helps to know how we got here, but the only thing that can change how we are is what we are doing presently.
you're right, simply knowing doesn't change anything- but there are techniques for eliminating problems through understanding your past. Here's an example: www.decisionmaker.com. I'm currently using this method with the help of a proffesional and have seen great changes in two sessions.[/quote]
from the website that you used as an example: "The processes that eliminate beliefs and feelings are not offered as a substitute for professional psychotherapy."
Besides I think alot of these sites you bring up alot of the same ideas as CBT but simply use different wording- basically describing the same ideas but use a different names to describe those ideas.
I maybe wrong, but it seems as though you have a penchant for things that are unconventional or that offer a different solution. And I believe that is great as long as these different ideas are correct and show real statistical evidence that they work. Basically, I am open to anything, but I believe alot of these 'alternative' solutions just mask reality, sort of put a spin on it, and offer temporary solutions. But what isn't based on solid fundamentals sometimes crashes. Like in my opinion alot of people believe praying truly can change the outcome of a situation, but I believe that it offers false hope and can actually depress and hurt those who believe that it can actually magically change reality. I believe that real change sometimes requires hard work, but offers a more permanent change. CBT has been shown- factually to be most benificial in long term change for those who suffer from depression or SA. It doesn't work for everyone but it works for most people who are serious about changing.
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Posted: Thu Jan 06, 2005 11:47 pm Post subject:
Yeah I am a seeker of unconventional methods, and you might even say I'm just looking for a quick fix. And its good that there are conventional methods, its good that these are statistically proven to be effective. But I'm always looking for ways to improve conventional things, sometimes even discarding them. But the difference between what I've been recently supporting and the other things is that I actually commited to this one, I'm seeing a therapist and spending a lot of money ($150 an hour- that is A LOT for me and most anyone). And I've seen results.
I know I'm not going to convince everybody, but I think its good to explore different options. If nothing else, I've learned a lot from my research.
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And I believe that is great as long as these different ideas are correct and show real statistical evidence that they work
That website describes a couple studies, although they are scientifically considered limited (too small a subject sample)
I hope you see my motive in all this: to help myself and to try to help others. We all want to overcome SA. All I can say is, after a couple sessions I've already seen substantial improvement, and the changes are as fundamental and hopefully as permanent as possible.
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