My wife claims that I never listen!
How can I possibly agree with her?
My wife left me! How can I correct
the distortions in her criticisms?
How can you deal with people who
constantly wallow in self-pity?
And more!
Hi podcast fans,
Today we've got some terrific Five Secrets questions that you
have submitted.
Mike #1: I love your Five Secrets of Effective
Communication. Why does secret #4, “I Feel” Statements, not include
Thought Empathy?
Mike #2: I have seen communication models that
include expressing and listening for needs. Aren’t needs and wants
important and important to express?
Al: How can I help my wife recognize her many
cognitive distortions, like All-or-Nothing Thinking? It seems
hopeless!
Guy: If a loved one says, “You never listen,”
how could I possibly find the truth in this statement? How could
you genuinely agree with an All-or-Nothing statement such as, “You
never ….”?
Both Sonja and Eileen asked: How can you deal
with someone who constantly wallows in self-pity and plays the role
of victim. It's exhausting!
Thanks for tuning in, and keep the great questions coming!
David and Rhonda
About the Podcast
This podcast features David D. Burns MD, author of "Feeling Good, The New Mood Therapy," describing powerful new techniques to overcome depression and anxiety and develop greater joy and self-esteem. For therapists and the general public alike!