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11/13/2025

The Florida Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Association (FL-CBT) is thrilled to announce a professional training webinar with Dr. Todd Kashdan, Ph.D., Founder of the Well-Being Lab and Professor of Psychology at George Mason University, on “The Unappreciated Science of Curiosity.”

Dr. Kashdan is an internationally recognized researcher and author whose work focuses on curiosity, well-being, and psychological flexibility.

In this presentation, he will examine the pivotal role of curiosity in adaptive functioning, motivation, and learning. Drawing from extensive research, Dr. Kashdan will discuss how curiosity contributes to effective cognitive-behavioral interventions and enhances both clinical practice and personal development.In this presentation, he will examine the pivotal role of curiosity in adaptive functioning, motivation, and learning. Drawing from extensive research, Dr. Kashdan will discuss how curiosity contributes to effective cognitive-behavioral interventions and enhances both clinical practice and personal development.

His scholarly contributions have been published in leading academic journals and featured in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and Psychology Today. Dr. Kashdan is also the author of several influential books, including Curious?, The Upside of Your Dark Side, and The Art of Insubordination.

📋 Event Details

📅 Date: December 10th | 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
🏢 Hosted by: Florida CBT Association
💰 Cost: Complimentary for Florida CBT members | $15 for non-members
📧 RSVP: intake@cbtdbtassocs.com
✨ We look forward to your participation in this training event! To learn about other upcoming events, visit our website: https://floridacbt.org

10/20/2025

When it comes to achieving goals, choose discipline over motivation.

Discipline is the steady commitment to do what needs to be done regardless of your emotional state or energy level. In other words, you go to the gym at 6 am everyday even when you don’t feel motivated to go.

Motivation, on the other hand, is the desire or willingness to get things done. And, as you probably know from experience, motivation comes and goes. One day you feel it, another not so much. So, if you’re relying on motivation to achieve your goals, your performance will be inconsistent.

By contrast, discipline is a reliable force for achieving goals. It’s a form of mental toughness. It turns aspirations into consistent action through habits and routines. Motivation may help you start, but discipline keeps you going when motivation fades and build momentum over time.

Studies consistently show that people with self discipline are happier because they are accomplishing more of the goals they care about. Low self discipline can lead to depression, anxiety, impulsivity and procrastination.
To cultivate discipline, set clear, achievable goals, establish a daily routine, and remove distractions. When you have a setback, learn from it, and get back on track.
Lastly, Embrace discomfort as a part of growth, rather than avoiding it.

Remember, motivation is overrated. The key to achieving your goals and consistency is discipline.

10/16/2025

Hi everyone,

We wanted to let you know that the Florida CBT Happy Hour has been rescheduled to next Friday, October 24th, from 5:00–8:00 PM at Cerveceria La Tropical in Wynwood.

We had to make a few logistical adjustments, and we’re excited to have everything set for next week. We look forward to seeing you there for an evening of connection, conversation, and good company!

Event Details:
📍 Cerveceria La Tropical
42 NE 25th St., Wynwood – Miami
🍹 Drinks and appetizers will be served
💙 Free for members | $15 for non-members

See you next Friday!

Best, 
Florida CBT Team

09/30/2025