Working On A Life Worth Living

One of the few constants shared by almost every human on Earth is the experience of emotions. Regardless of one’s birthplace, upbringing, career path, age, gender, or sexuality, emotions are a ubiquitous part of life. Much like the weather, emotions are largely beyond our control, no matter how fervently we might wish otherwise. Nonetheless, while we cannot control emotions directly, we can refine our responses to them. Two renowned therapeutic approaches that offer valuable guidance in this endeavor are CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). The following provides a comprehensive overview of CBT and DBT for effectively managing common emotions.