Catch Questionable Comparisons

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Step 5: Thinking Differently

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Systematic Stress Management:

Step 5 - Questionable Comparisons

You may find that underneath self-talk you hear comparisons being made. A reason for making comparisons is that people make value judgments about what is good or worthy. It is wise to evaluate the value judgments in the comparison. You may discover that the judgment lacks value to you. As a result, you may decide not to worry about the comparison.

Hidden within each comparison below is a value judgment. What are the value judgments in these statements?

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STEP 5: Thinking Differently

Introduction

Match the Self-Talk to the Theory

Catch Questionable Comparisons

Statement / Value Judgment

Example: I wish I were as tall as Fred. Value Judgment: Tall is better.

Thought Habits Become Language Patterns

1. My job is tougher than yours.

2. I’d like to have as many friends as you do.

3. No one else thinks so.

4. Why aren’t you more like him/her?

5. If I had half your intelligence.

List your own examples.

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Thought Control Techniques

The Power of Creative Imagination

Developing the Most Effective Creative Imagery

General Stress Management Guidelines

Step 1: Understanding Stress

Step 2: Stress Management at Work

Step 3: Type A & B Behavior Patterns

Step 4: Biofeedback Training & Relaxation

Step 5: Thinking Differently

Step 6: Time Management

Step 7: Communication & Stress

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