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A Man Like Ringo Got a Great, Empty Hole Right Through the Middle of Him.
[DISCLAIMER] *Tombstone (1993) spoilers contained herein. Photo credit, property of Hollywood Pictures, Cinergi Pictures, and Buena Vista Pictures Distribution, fair use If there’s a Western film with more quotable lines than Tombstone (1993), I’ve yet to see it. Among ensemble cast members, Kurt Russell and the late Val Kilmer gave subjectively wonderful performances and delivered notable lines. Summarizing the plot, one source states: A Hollywood historical account of

Deric Hollings
May 1210 min read


Cutting That Which Isn't Necessary
[ DISCLAIMER ] When working in the field of nuclear security (2004-2008), I obtained a divorce. Following the ultimately healthy dissolution of that unhealthy union, I began body sculpting (achieving a lean and defined aesthetic by increasing muscle density and reducing fat to highlight muscularity). Notably, I achieved imperfect success with my interests and goals , which required a lot of cutting that which wasn’t necessary (e.g., reduction of empty caloric intake). W

Deric Hollings
Mar 248 min read


I Need Something to Believe In
[ 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

Deric Hollings
Jan 289 min read


To Be Coddled or to Exert Yourself?
[ DISCLAIMER ] Photo credit , fair use In my role of one who professionally cares for the mental, emotional, and behavioral health (collectively “ mental health ”) of others, I’ve encountered all manner of excuses from my clients regarding their refusal to adopt flexible structure and routine for their everyday lives. For instance, a common element of self-care which I advocate is for clients to improve their sleep hygiene . Specifically, going to bed and waking up a

Deric Hollings
Jan 168 min read


I Need You to Follow
[ 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

Deric Hollings
Nov 25, 20259 min read


I Need a Miracle
[ 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

Deric Hollings
Nov 8, 202510 min read


Give Me What I Need!
[ 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

Deric Hollings
Oct 27, 20258 min read


I Want What I Want
[ 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

Deric Hollings
Oct 27, 20258 min read


A Demanded Thing Is a Necessary One
[ DISCLAIMER ] Photo credit , fair use Imagine being in an intimate partner relationship with a person who demands frequent piggyback...

Deric Hollings
Mar 2, 20255 min read


Desire Much, but Need Very Little
[ DISCLAIMER ] Page 21 of The REBT Therapist’s Pocket Companion invites practitioners of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) to...

Deric Hollings
Jan 10, 20243 min read
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