Featured pic of Cody in one of the small group practice sessions in David's virtual Tuesday training group.

Live Therapy with Cody, Part 1 of 2

My anxiety shows that I care about peoples’ comfort.
My anxiety protects me from rejection or doing something foolish.
My fears of being seen as a predator show that I want to fit in with the social norms and not be weird or threatening to women.
My fears show that I want to be respectful towards women.
My fears of being judged show that I care about friends and family.
My anxiety shows that I care about my reputation.
My feelings of inadequacy show that I’m aware that I have things I want to work on.
Those feelings also show that I’m humble.
My feelings show that I really care about connecting with others, which is one of the most important things in life!
My negative thoughts and feelings motivate me to work hard on changing.
They also show that I have high standards.
My hopelessness shows that I’ve tried to do Rejection Practice six times and have always chickened out. So I’m being realistic.
My hopelessness also protects me from getting my hopes up and then being disappointed.
My unhappiness gives me greater compassion for my clients.
My anger energizes me and motivates to do something new.

David and Rhonda