A theory that denies that thoughts can regulate actions does not lend itself readily to the explanation of complex human behavior.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes the role of thoughts in influencing human behavior.
Albert Bandura suggests that any theory which dismisses the link between thoughts and actions falls short when trying to explain the intricacies of human behavior. He underscores the importance of cognitive processes in understanding how people navigate and respond to complex situations in their lives.
In practice
During a psychology lecture discussing cognitive behavioral therapy.
Moral justification is a powerful disengagement mechanism. Destructive conduct is made personally and socially acceptable by portraying it in the service of moral ends. This is why most appeals against violent means usually fall on deaf ears.
Self-efficacy is the belief in one's capabilities to organize and execute the sources of action required to manage prospective situations.
We are more heavily invested in the theories of failure than we are in the theories of success.
Humans are producers of their life circumstance not just products of them.
Once established, reputations do not easily change.
The content of most textbooks is perishable, but the tools of self-directedness serve one well over time.
Everybody, to some extent, manipulates. Even children learn to cry when they want something. There are all kinds of subtle things we do to get others to follow our lead, not bother us, and so on.
The only possible recourse a baby has when his screams are ignored is to repress his distress, which is tantamount to mutilating his soul, for the result is an interference with his ability to feel, to be aware, and to remember.
People don't just get upset. They contribute to their upsetness.
The only thing that disturbs me is that many psychopaths say they had a very happy childhood.
Brains come in different types and they're all normal.
We live in a world where most people still subscribe to the belief that shame is a good tool for keeping people in line. Not only is this wrong, but itβs dangerous. Shame is highly correlated with addiction, violence, aggression, depression, eating disorders, and bullying.
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