Frequently Asked Questions Continued - How do I start?

The first session can begin by proposing options on any current difficulties and to gently discuss the unbeneficial opinions that surface to demonstrate examples. This is the process I call Reality Checking. Then I hand out the information concerning this method and discuss it.

The next step is the first exercise needed, which is usually to identify unbeneficial beliefs and apply the best method(s) to change them. Here, too, we discuss examples on how to formulate beneficial beliefs from ones that are not.

These methods are self-empowering because once you learn them; you always have the skills to combat the many difficulties that occur in life. This will reduce stress and bring tranquility as these are applied.