🌿 Taking Back Control: How Choice Theory Can Transform Your Life
In a world that often feels overwhelming and unpredictable, the idea that we are the ones choosing our behaviors—even our emotions—can feel both radical and empowering. This is the core premise of Choice Theory , developed by American psychiatrist William Glasser . Rather than viewing people as passive victims of circumstance, Glasser urges us to see ourselves as active agents in our own lives. Let’s explore how Choice Theory reshapes the way we understand behavior and relationships, and how the WDEP system , a structured counseling model based on this theory, can help us create meaningful, lasting change. 💡 What Is Choice Theory? At its core, Choice Theory posits that all human behavior is a choice . According to Glasser, we make choices to meet five basic psychological needs: Survival – physical well-being, food, shelter, safety Love and Belonging – connection, relationships Power – achievement, competence, recognition Freedom – independence, autonom...