David Baxter PhD
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I read recently that the term 'comfort zone' is actually kind of inaccurate anyway, haha..... It's really not all THAT comfortable.... 
I'll have to remember where it was, and post the full quote....
I'll have to remember where it was, and post the full quote....
David Baxter PhD
Late Founder
I prefer the term "safety zone" because it's where the individual can avoid all the biggest triggers.
The image is still apt though. Eventually, the safety zone turns into a prison which prevents the individual from moving forward. The key is to stretch yourself gradually (and preferably with the help of a therapist) beyond the safety zone, until you are able to venture further and further out into the real world.
The image is still apt though. Eventually, the safety zone turns into a prison which prevents the individual from moving forward. The key is to stretch yourself gradually (and preferably with the help of a therapist) beyond the safety zone, until you are able to venture further and further out into the real world.
forgetmenot
MVP
funny how i was able to get outside that safety zone but gradually ihave retreated back to it and you are so right it is a prison 4 walls that let no one in or you out
when stessors are to many to handle i think the saftey zone is a safe place sometimes though
when stessors are to many to handle i think the saftey zone is a safe place sometimes though
Budoaiki
MVP
Comfort zone or safety zone, to me they are only safe or comfortable because of the predictability they can provide. I think predictability (like most things) is only good in moderation.
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