Feel Like Quote by David D. Burns
““There was nothing dreadfully wrong with me, I was just upsetting myself with my irrational thinking. I just couldn't admit it until I knew for sure. Now, I feel like a whole man, and I had to call you up and let you know where I stood . . . It was hard for me to do this, and I'm sorry it took so long for me to get around to telling you.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy, 1979
The speaker recognizes that irrational thoughts caused distress and that admitting them restores wholeness and honesty.
In simple terms: Admitting irrational thoughts restores wholeness.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge and confront irrational thoughts.
Themes
self-awareness
mental health
honesty
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
personal
therapeutic
When to use this quote
- therapy session
- personal confession
- relationship communication
Key Concepts
cognitive distortion
self-acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What irrational belief holds you back?
- How can you practice honest self‑reflection?
A Different Perspective
Self-awareness alone may not change behavior without action.
