[ DISCLAIMER ] Photo credit , fair use   When listening to and watching an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by DjMixfe , I observed her using what appears to be a Pioneer DJ DJM-700 DJ Mixer, another piece of sampling equipment which is unfamiliar to me, a plug-in host port, and a laptop. Yet, I saw no DJ decks.   Immediately, I was reminded of a phrase I heard throughout my relatively short-lived time as a hobbyist DJ. For context, a “DJ” is a disc jockey. Regarding this

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When listening to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by Xenia Torino (UA) , I heard her spin the track “ After Love ” by Anyma , from his album Genesys II (2024), featuring vocals by Delilah Montagu . The second verse states:   Where does the feeling go when it’s gone? Will it reappear? When it finds its storm ? You’ll always be the place I belong, But I’m letting go . I’m not that strong.   When contemplating these lyrics, I can relate from both a per

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When providing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I teach people about the ABC model of self-disturbance (how people upset themselves  through use of irrational beliefs ). Now, I’ll address a finer point of this psychotherapeutic model  of wellness .   For context, REBT uses the ABC model to illustrate how when an undesirable A ction occurs and you B elieve an unhelpful narrative about the event, it’s your unfavorable a

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When listening to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by Mila Rubio , I heard her spin the track “ 9 PM (Till I Come) ” by trance music German DJ and producer ATB from his debut studio album Movin’ Melodies (1999). That track brought back a lot of pleasant memories!   Hearing one of the EDM tracks I spun when DJing in the ‘90s and ‘00s, I thought of a relatively brief psychoeducational lesson on Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy  (REBT). Now, I invi

[ DISCLAIMER ] When assigned to the Marine Security Guard  (MSG) detachment in Lima, Peru (2000-2001), I attended a United States (U.S.) Marine Corps Birthday ball  without a date. A fellow MSG, who often expressed disdain for me, took as a date someone to whom I’ll refer as “Chaparrita.”   Regarding how I met her, I stated in Non-Monogamous Desires  that “there was the matter of another Marine’s date in Lima, Peru who liked me more than him, and who became my rave partner wh

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When providing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I teach people about the ABC model of self-disturbance (how people upset themselves  through use of irrational beliefs ). Now, I’ll address a finer point of this psychotherapeutic model  of wellness .   For context, REBT uses the ABC model to illustrate how when an undesirable A ction occurs and you B elieve an unhelpful narrative about the event, it’s your unfavorable a

[ DISCLAIMER ]   * Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice  (2026) spoilers contained herein. Photo credit , property of 20th Century Studios, Hulu, and Disney+, fair use   I often share my opinions  on movies, expressing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT) about how I tolerate and accept outcomes of frustration, annoyance, and disappointment  which stem from my beliefs. For clarity, one REBT source states (page 71):   REBT conceptualizes [ distress ]

[ DISCLAIMER ]   Have you ever been in love with or simply loved someone so much that after the person leaves (i.e., a breakup, death, etc.) it’s almost as though (or actually, in some cases) you can still hear the individual’s name? If so, then you aren’t alone.   Aside from the clients with whom I work, as a number of them report this experience, I was reminded of this matter when listening to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by Vera Aire . Namely, she spun the tra

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When providing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I teach people about the ABC model of self-disturbance (how people upset themselves  through use of irrational beliefs ). Now, I’ll address a finer point of this psychotherapeutic model  of wellness .   For context, REBT uses the ABC model to illustrate how when an undesirable A ction occurs and you B elieve an unhelpful narrative about the event, it’s your unfavorable a

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When providing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I teach people about the ABC model of self-disturbance (how people upset themselves  through use of irrational beliefs ). Now, I’ll address a finer point of this psychotherapeutic model  of wellness .   For context, REBT uses the ABC model to illustrate how when an undesirable A ction occurs and you B elieve an unhelpful narrative about the event, it’s your unfavorable a

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When listening to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by Livvy , I heard her spin the track “Mind Body Soul” (2025) by Veerus . Not an uncommon theme in EDM, the lyrics state, “Music for your mind . Music for your body . Music for your soul .”   When discussing Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), these three elements of human life often emerge within the content of my blog. Therefore, it may be beneficial to define these terms. According to the Ame

[ DISCLAIMER ]   I recently listened to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by Saviela during which she spun the track “ Chasing Highs ” (2025) by Argy , Eli & Dani , Peki (Ofc) , and ØSHER. In part, lyrics state:   Ridin’ solo Ridin’ solo, got the juice Plot on mine, cut me loose That’s that somethin’, I need new I get high, through the roof Ridin’ solo, chasing highs Stackin’ bills , watch ‘em fly Feel  the rush, I can’t deny I’m gon’ roll through the ride   I view th

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When providing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I teach people about the ABC model of self-disturbance (how people upset themselves  through use of irrational beliefs ). Now, I’ll address a finer point of this psychotherapeutic model  of wellness .   For context, REBT uses the ABC model to illustrate how when an undesirable A ction occurs and you B elieve an unhelpful narrative about the event, it’s your unfavorable a

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When providing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I teach people about the ABC model of self-disturbance (how people upset themselves  through use of irrational beliefs ). Now, I’ll address a finer point of this psychotherapeutic model  of wellness .   For context, REBT uses the ABC model to illustrate how when an undesirable A ction occurs and you B elieve an unhelpful narrative about the event, it’s your unfavorable a

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When providing psychoeducational lessons on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I teach people about the ABC model of self-disturbance (how people upset themselves  through use of irrational beliefs ). Now, I’ll address a finer point of this psychotherapeutic model  of wellness .   For context, REBT uses the ABC model to illustrate how when an undesirable A ction occurs and you B elieve an unhelpful narrative about the event, it’s your unfavorable a

[ DISCLAIMER ]   The American Psychological Association defines relaxation as “abatement of intensity, vigor, energy, or tension, resulting in calmness of mind, body, or both” and “the return of a muscle to its resting condition after a period of contraction.” This post only vaguely relates to this term.   When practicing Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT) with clients, it isn’t uncommon for innuendo (an oblique allusion, especially a veiled or equivocal reflection on

[ DISCLAIMER ]   Recently, when listening to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by Karry G , I heard the track “ So Good ” (2025) by Nosi . Lyrics include the following:   You keep on running around With other the women in town Every night (every night) Every day (every day) Can’t help but to worry  (every time) So worry Don’t feel  the same   The American Psychological Association (APA) defines worry as “a state of mental distress  or agitation due to concern about an

[ DISCLAIMER ]   I invite you to consider that from a psychological perspective, people distress and disturb  themselves using a Belief-Consequence (B-C) connection . Still, this isn’t to suggest that in the context of the naturalistic or physical world there is no Action-Consequence (A-C) connection .   Perhaps if you’re unfamiliar with Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), that last paragraph may be bewildering to you. “A-C and B-C connections?” you may ask, “What is D

[ DISCLAIMER ]   When recently listening to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set  by Lisa Marty , I heard her spin the song “ Circles (Extended Mix) ” (2024) by Deflee  and Panic Chase . Lyrics state, “We’re going around in circles. When is this going to end?”   Viewing these lyrics through the proverbial lens of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy  (REBT), I think of an helpful exercise designed to enhance the therapeutic alliance . For context, the American Psychological As

[ DISCLAIMER ]   On the electronic dance music (EDM) song “ Read My Mind ” (2009), by Reshum  and featuring John Keys , the vocalist states, “What will it take for you to see? What will it take for you to really feel  me? What will you do for peace of mind? The answers are here, just read my mind .”   Quite often, while providing care for mental, emotional, and behavioral health  (collectively “ mental health ”), I’ve heard similar statements. Thus, when using Rational Emotiv