Look again at the sentence that describes your recent problem. In the box below, write a list of three or more criticisms your Inner Defender (ID) might level against someone else or life as a result of this situation. Then, type the response your Inner Guide (IG) might use to dispute each one immediately. Again, use one of the four methods for disputing.
For example,
ID: You failed that math test because you’ve got the worst math instructor on campus.
IG: I have trouble understanding my math instructor, so I’m going to make an appointment to talk with him in private. John really liked him last semester, so I bet I’ll like him, too, if I give him a chance.
