Apply Quote by David D. Burns
“Cognitive therapy is a fast-acting technology of mood modification that you can learn to apply on your own. It can help you eliminate the symptoms and experience personal growth so you can minimize future upsets and cope with depression more effectively in the future.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy, 1980
Cognitive therapy provides practical tools for individuals to modify mood, reduce symptoms, and foster personal growth, enabling better coping with future emotional challenges.
In simple terms: Cognitive therapy teaches self‑help techniques for mood improvement.
Key Takeaway
Apply cognitive techniques to manage mood.
Themes
psychology
self‑help
mental health
therapy
Mood
encouraging
practical
hopeful
Type
therapeutic
educational
self‑development
When to use this quote
- self‑care routines
- clinical practice
- education
- support groups
Key Concepts
cognitive restructuring
skill acquisition
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Which cognitive techniques work best for you?
- How can you sustain mood improvements over time?
A Different Perspective
Effectiveness varies; individual commitment and skill.
