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The Paradoxical Theory of Change (date
of quote is 1970)
Arnold Beisser, M.D.
"Briefly
stated, it is this: that change occurs when one becomes what he is, not
when he tries to become what he is not. Change does not take
place through a coercive attempt by the individual or by another person to
change him, but it does take place if one takes the time and effort to be
what he is -- to be fully invested in his current positions."
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Although brief, the "Paradoxical
Theory of Change" is, outside of the works of Frederick Perls, the most
frequently referenced article in the body of Gestalt therapy literature.
Written in 1970, it originally appeared in Fagan and Shepherd's Gestalt
Therapy Now, a Harper Colophon Book. (source:
www.gestalt.org/arnie.htm ) |
