One of the most counterintuitive truths about type a and type b personality theory: the struggle against it often makes it worse. Acceptance — clearly misunderstood — is one of the most powerful tools available.
What Acceptance of Type A and Type B Personality Theory Actually Means
Acceptance does NOT mean:
- Liking or approving of type a and type b personality theory
- Giving up on getting better
- Thinking type a and type b personality theory is okay
Acceptance DOES mean:
- Acknowledging type a and type b personality theory without adding unnecessary struggle against the fact of its existence
- Allowing type a and type b personality theory to be present without fighting it into bigger problems
- Making room for type a and type b personality theory while still living your values
The ACT Approach to Type A and Type B Personality Theory
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) uses acceptance as a core tool: instead of fighting type a and type b personality theory, you learn to make room for it while committing to valued action regardless.
The Paradox of Accepting Type A and Type B Personality Theory
Many people find that when they stop fighting type a and type b personality theory and simply allow it, it loses intensity. The suffering of type a and type b personality theory is partly the struggle against it.