People and things do not upset us. Rather, we upset ourselves by believing that they can upset us.
Albert EllisUnless, of course, you insist on identifying yourself with the people and things you love; and thereby seriously disturb yourself.
Albert EllisMany psychoanalysts refused to let me speak at their meetings. They were exceptionally vigorous because I had previously been an analyst and they were very angry at my flying the coop.
Albert EllisIf the Martians ever find out how human beings think, they'll kill themselves laughing.
Albert Ellis