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CBT is recognised as one of the leading, evidence‐based talking therapies. CBT places much emphasis on currently held beliefs and attitudes, painful emotions, and problematic behaviours that can sabotage a fuller experience of life. CBT teaches us a philosophy of life that can be learned by everyone in order to be happier.

The ideas and philosophies in CBT stem from ancient and modern philosophers, science, psychology, common sense and humanity. CBT is supported by a wealth of research, is used extensively by the NHS and recommended by NICE (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence), for many emotional and psychological problems.

There are many types of CBT. Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) is one of the cognitive behaviour therapies under the CBT umbrella. It is an evidence‐based, psycho‐educational and philosophical model developed by Albert Ellis. Since the first edition, REBT has continued to grow. Research in REBT has demonstrated both its effectiveness and efficacy for both clinical and non‐clinical problems.

REBT is grounded in acceptance: acceptance of the past, present, future and of the self, other and life. Acceptance does not mean approval. Sometimes people ask ‘but if I accept failure then doesn't it mean that I'm okay with it or that I didn't mind failing?' The answer is an absolute no. Failure does matter to most people, and most of us don't like it, but it does happen. Acceptance means acknowledgement of this reality, in this particular example. When we overcome this misunderstanding, self‐confidence, emotional health, well‐being and life goals become much easier to achieve.

The third edition maintains its concise nature but introduces the concept of action tendency. When you experience a negative emotion, you will have a tendency to act or behave in a certain way. Action tendency means what you feel like doing when experiencing a negative emotion. It explains why it is important to act against the action tendency when one is stuck emotionally. Some concepts are repeated in different ways. This is deliberate. Repetition helps us internalize the learning in order for it become habitual and effortless.

The ideas in this book are heavily influenced by REBT theory, but some concepts stem from other CBT models and self‐image psychology and hence I am using the term CBT as a general rule. In this book I will show you how using CBT can help you set yourself up for success and overcome those beliefs and habits that sabotage your life.

Avy Joseph