Irrational belief

Alternative

I have not accepted yet that I need to use CPAP.

Although initially I did not like the idea, I decided that I would regularly use CPAP.

Using CPAP is something that shouldn’t be happening to me.

I understand that there is no reason to deny that CPAP is present in my life.

Using CPAP makes me think that I’m worth less than others.

Those who use CPAP have the same value as the others.

It is horrible to know or think that I have to use the CPAP.

Although CPAP is uncomfortable to use at first, is not that horrible to use it or think about it.

It is unbearable to know that I have to use the CPAP.

Using CPAP is uncomfortable but not unbearable.

Others will reject me when they know I have to use CPAP.

I do not think others will criticize or disapprove me for using CPAP and if so, I will keep using it.

It is my fault having to use CPAP.

Having to use CPAP is not something that I feel guilty about, it is uncomfortable but it helps me be more healthy.

I should not feel upset or blame me for using CPAP.

Although sometimes I would feel upset or guilty of having to use CPAP, I should keep using it for my health.

I’m upset with myself because I’m not like the others who do not have to use CPAP.

Though unlike most I use CPAP, I’m not mad at me for it.

Other alternative thinking that may help patients

I can bear to have to use CPAP, though I know it can be difficult or uncomfortable.

I would really like not to use CPAP, but I accept that things are not always what I desire.

It is unpleasant and unfortunate to know that I have to use CPAP, but is not terrible.