Courage Quote by David D. Burns
““One of the most important tasks of any therapist is to help depressed patients find the courage and determination to resist and fight these hopeless feelings. This battle is often fierce and rarely easy, but nearly always rewarding in the long run.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy, David D. Burns, 1980
Therapists should empower depressed patients to confront hopelessness with courage, turning a hard struggle into lasting reward.
In simple terms: Help patients fight hopelessness for lasting benefit.
Key Takeaway
Encourage courage in therapy.
Themes
mental health
resilience
therapy
Mood
empathetic
determined
Type
motivational
clinical
When to use this quote
- clinical sessions
- support groups
- self‑help exercises
- crisis intervention
Key Concepts
cognitive behavioral therapy
hope
determination
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster courage in a client?
- What resources sustain hope after setbacks?
A Different Perspective
Therapy alone may not erase deep trauma; external support often needed.
