Ability Quote by Albert Ellis
“You have considerable power to construct self-helping thoughts, feelings and actions as well as to construct self-defeating behaviors. You have the ability, if you use it, to choose healthy instead of unhealthy thinking, feeling and acting.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Reason and Emotion in Psychotherapy, 1962
People can deliberately shape their thoughts, feelings, and actions toward healthier patterns.
In simple terms: You control your mental habits.
Choose healthy mental habits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stress management
- habit formation
- personal growth
- therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mental habit would you improve?
- How can you reinforce positive thoughts?
Changing deep habits can be difficult without support.