The Problem with Self-Love in Therapy

In therapy, self-love and self-compassion are often touted as the ultimate solutions, but they don't work for everyone and can even be harmful in some cases. While teaching self-love can be transformative for many patients, there is a significant portion who reject it as they believe they don't deserve it. Negative emotions can actually be powerful motivators for change, and therapy should not solely focus on feelings but also on external behavioral change. The field of therapy needs to recognize that not all patients require self-love and should explore other approaches to help individuals create lives they can be proud of.