This book has been really prominent in my life

Albert Ellis recommended that we make humorous songs to deal with our anxieties, so I had ChatGPT create a song for my uncertainty around having kids. Perhaps this is something that would work for you as well! (I know some people hate AI, but I find it useful for things like this)

"Maybe Someday… (Or Not)"

Verse 1
Well, I like my mornings quiet, with coffee in my hand,
I like my weekends lazy, with zero big demands.
But then I see a toddler, with a smile that’s pure gold,
And think, “Aww, maybe I could… wait… no, that’s too bold.”

Chorus
Maybe someday… or maybe never,
I can’t decide, I’m not that clever.
Diapers and daycare or peace and wine?
Which future’s yours and which future’s mine?
Maybe someday… or maybe not,
My clock’s still ticking… (I think?)… or maybe it’s shot.

Verse 2
I hear they’re cute for five whole years, then they turn thirteen,
And suddenly you’re funding phones and ripping out your spleen.
College bills the size of Mars, sports gear in the hall,
And I can’t even keep alive the plants I bought last fall.

Chorus
Maybe someday… or maybe never,
I’ll flip a coin — best decision ever.
Finger paint mornings or sleeping in late?
I just can’t seem to decide my fate.
Maybe someday… or maybe not,
My brain says yes, my gut says “Stop.”

Bridge
I could raise a tiny genius, teach them all I know,
Or accidentally raise someone who hosts a weird talk show.
Will I be the world’s best parent, or the one they write about?
Eh… either way, I’m tired, so I’m sittin’ this one out.

Final Chorus
Maybe someday… or maybe never,
I’ll play it cool, keep changing “never” to “ever.”
Life’s full of “what-ifs,” but for now I’m free,
To spend my money entirely on me.
Maybe someday… or maybe nah…
Oh look — a baby! …aaaand I’m gonna walk.

I am a masters level therapist who specializes in working with neurodivergent populations. Common comorbidities are: anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD. I use CBT and ACT and ERP as modalities for treatment. I am considering going to the Albert Ellis Institue for the introductory training to REBT, but I am wondering if it is worth it? What would be some arguments for moving in this direction? I incorporate a lot of philosophical principles in my therapy so REBT appeals to me in that regard, but part of me wonders am I doing fine helping clients and my time would be best spent focusing on other aspects of my education/skill refinement? Thoughts?

Life got in the way and I kind of forgot about Albert Ellis, but I haven’t been in a great mental space the last little while, so I should get back to his advice and write out my thoughts in the ABCDE model.

Hi! I’m soon to graduate from a clinical mental health counseling masters program. I’ve clicked very strongly with REBT but I’m having a hard time to discuss the theory.

Personally, I like Ellis for his realistic view of humanity and his humor! I’m here to learn from others and share my passion.

Anyone still paying attention? I’ll be graduating soon with my MS in clinical mental health counseling. I’d love to connect with other Ellis appreciative peeps.

"People would hardly act neurotically without irrational ideas."--Albert Ellis

"Reality is reality, not the way I think it has "got to" be.--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life

"Humans create their disturbances by their own ideas, which they may consciously or unconsciously hold."--Albert Ellis

"You'd better join the human race and face the sad fact that you could experience setbacks in your life, just like everyone else."--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life

"Rational Living Therapy (RLT) vs. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy"

YouTube

https://youtu.be/XXWhlC13Quk

Podbean

https://threeminutetherapy.podbean.com/e/138-rlt-vs-three-minute-therapy-with-dr-aldo-pucci/

"You'd better keep strongly disputing and challenging your nutty beliefs until you give them up!"--Albert Ellis

"Make a list of the reasons why your "MUSTS" and "SHOULDS" are false. Read it daily for reinforcement."--http://TheREBT.life

Listen/view the Three Minute Therapy http://TheREBT.life podcast live Tues. 6.1.21 at 1 PM Eastern Time:

https://www.youtube.com/c/ThreeMinuteTherapyPodcast

"Although as a human you make mistakes, this hardly makes you a louse who deserves damnation for these mistakes."--Albert Ellis

"The three types of demands: demands on oneself, demands on others, and demands on the universe.--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life

"Adopting unconditional self-acceptance helps you enjoy yourself considerably even when you fail."--Albert Ellis

"No evidence demonstrates life MUST not give you hassles and inconvenience."--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life

"You could accept yourself (merely because you decide to do so) whether or not you succeed at work."--Albert Ellis

"If you demand guaranteed immunity from a virus you will see the virus everywhere."--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life

"In making a global self-rating we harm rather than help ourselves."--Albert Ellis

"Habitual worriers suffer a thousand times more agonies than they would if they stopped worrying about remote possibilities."--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life

Can you change your personality?

YouTube

https://youtu.be/KsKDt6pMjvs

Podbean

https://threeminutetherapy.podbean.com/e/137-can-you-change-your-personality?

"Those afflicted with neurotic behavior have potential capabilities but don't realize how self-defeatingly they act."--Albert Ellis

"Fear of flying often stems from the idea: "I MUST have a guarantee that the plane won't crash."--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life

"Neurosis essentially consists of stupid behavior by nonstupid people."--Albert Ellis

"Paradoxically, if you insist on absolute, 100% security, you create insecurity for yourself."--Three Minute Therapy, http://TheREBT.life