Ancient Wisdom Explained by Scientific Psychology
Does ancient wisdom, especially found in Stoic Philosophy and Buddhism, have elements in common with modern psychology? Dr Debbie Joffe Ellis is a world-renowned expert on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), which is in fact the pioneering cognitive approach in the field of psychotherapy and the precursor of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).* Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy focuses holistically on the human being, even more than classic CBT does, reminding us that the mind and behavior and emotions and physical health and well-being are inseparably intertwined, and REBT also has many similarities with elements seen within the teachings of ancient philosophies, including Buddhism and Stoic Philosophy. Thousands of years later, tenets within these ancient wisdoms can be explained by scientific modern psychology. You'll learn: The basic elements of REBT and how in parts it differs from CBT What unconditional acceptance means according to REBT, and its benefits explained by psychology The concept of detachment The immensely beneficial impact of choosing compassion, explained by psychology That in addition to REBT being a highly effective, scientific, evidence-based, psychotherapeutic approach, it is also a way of life for those who choose to adopt it as such *The writings and research on the widely known psychotherapeutic modality of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) which were first published and taught more than15 years after REBT was presented to the psychology community and the general public, stand on REBT's shoulders and were significantly influenced by it.