For example‚ Epictetus states‚ in “The Enchiridion”‚ that “[d]on’t demand that things happen as you wish‚ but wish that they happen as they do happen‚ and you will go on well” (8). This is a way of thinking I try to practice as much as I can‚ even though it can be extremely tough at
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originated by Albert Ellis‚ Ph.D. in the mid-1950’s. Ellis developed his approach in reaction to his disliking of the in-efficient and in-directive nature of Psychoanalysis. The philosophic origins of RET go back to the Stoic philosophers‚ including Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius. While rooted in rather different theories‚ these two traditions found common ground in focusing on the "here and now"‚ and on alleviating symptoms. CBT is a short-term‚ goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that takes a hands-on
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The Achilles of ancient Greek legend is often counted among the greatest of epic heroes for his fantastical exploits during the Trojan War as depicted by Homer in the Iliad. While it is easy to become seduced by the power and might of invincible Achilles we must remember to not confuse unchecked power with heroism. While Achilles is indeed powerful‚ a master warrior by all qualifications‚ he fails as a hero to be imitated or idolized due to his lack of restraint‚ his barbarity‚ his lack of a code
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in the mid-1950’s. Ellis developed his approach in reaction to his disliking of the in-efficient and in-directive nature of Psychoanalysis. The philosophic origins of RET go back to the Stoic philosophers‚ including Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius. Epictetus wrote in The Enchiridion‚ "Men are disturbed not by things‚ but by the view which they take of them." The modern psychotherapist most influential to the development of RET was Alfred Adler (who developed Individual Psychology). Adler‚ a neo-Freudian
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Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT)‚ previously called rational therapy and rational emotive therapy‚ is an active-directive‚ comprehensive‚ philosophically and empirically based psychotherapy which focuses on resolving behavioral and emotional problems and disturbances and enabling people to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. REBT was created and developed by Albert Ellis-American psychotherapist and psychologist who was
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sinner turned to saint‚ he became a Christian at age 33‚ a priest at 36‚ and a bishop by 41 (Miller). Enchiridion on Faith‚ Hope‚ and Love‚ also known as Augustine’s Confessions‚ The City of God‚ and On the Trinity‚ was written after 420 C.E. to Laurence as an answer to his many questions. This Laurence is unknown‚ many reference him as a deacon‚ but he was most likely just a layman. Enchiridion‚ which means “handbook”‚ was also written to give a summary about the Christian faith or an instruction
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have contemplated for thousands of years the purpose of reason and what it is good for. Three philosophers specifically have tried to prove that their theory is the best they are Descartes‚ Epictetus‚ and Leibniz. Descartes believes that reason is good for proving God exists and reason shows us we exist. Epictetus believes that reason is useful for proving what good actually is and that reason gives us freedom. Leibniz believes reason is good because it proves the existence of God and helps prove that
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Can we be Slaves to our Desires? Epictetus argues that we can be slaves to our desires. In one example‚ a man clearly desires power and thinks he gains it by becoming Caesar’s friend; though in doing so‚ he becomes more like a slave. Although he may have increased his social status‚ he proves to be worse off and more enslaved than when he started. He now has to pay attention continuously to Caesar’s every word. He has to agonize constantly over whether the great Caesar views him favorably‚ and
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In The Manual of Epictetus‚ Arrian described the beliefs held by Epictetus and the Stoics. Arrian explained the aspect of power in terms of thoughts‚ impulses‚ actions and our will‚ in addition to existing things not in our power. Arrian also discussed behavior and actions to a great extent‚ focusing on attitude‚ compassion‚ your character‚ (bodily) limitations‚ and obedient piety. The Stoics according identified a happy life‚ according to Arrian‚ through contemplation of nature without pride
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Therapists‚ 2010). The idea of thoughts as they connect to behaviors can be traced back to Epictetus (55 AD -135 AD ‚ Greek Stoic and Philosopher). He stated‚ “Men are not disturbed by things‚ but by the view which they take of them (Epictetus and Higgonson‚ 1944). Epictetus also wrote‚ “Do not strive for things occurring to occur as you wish‚ but wish things occurring as they occur‚ and you will flow well (Epictetus and Lebell‚ 1994).” In other words‚ see things for what they really are and good health
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