David D. Burns

A poor self-image is the magnifying glass that can transform a trivial mistake or an imperfection into an overwhelming symbol of personal defeat.

Kindness is the cause of all anxiety.

Perfectionism becomes a badge of honor with you playing the part of the suffering hero.

It is one of the most saddening things in life that, try as we may, we can never be certain of making people happy, whereas we can almost always be certain of making them unhappy.

Technology is characterized by constant change, rapid innovation, creative destruction, and revolutionary products.

I was good at being a doctor; my patients liked me. At times people trust you with things they wouldn't tell their spouses. It was a real privilege.