The Old Rule: It's All or Nothing
The “all-or-nothing” trap robs us of satisfaction and success. Luckily, it is a great place to start to break your own rules. Success looks different to each of us, however, so it's up to you to figure out creative solutions for yourself. Here are a few of the Old Rules for you to examine.
The Old Rules
1. I'm prone to negative thinking.
2. Everything is black and white.
3. Success means doing it all.
4. I'll opt out.
I'm Prone to Negative Thinking
According to Davis Burns, author of The Feeling Good Handbook, extreme thinking can lead to depression and anxiety. Certain specific exaggerated or irrational thought patterns, called “cognitive distortions,” are the culprits that reinforce harmful emotions and ...
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