Empirical Investigation of the Verbal Cues Involved in Delivering Experiential Metaphors

2×2 experiment (Self vs Other; Elaboration vs No Elaboration) using the cold pressor task to evaluate components that increase the effectiveness of experiential metaphors. 'Self + Elaboration' condition showed greater increase in pain tolerance. Suggests that presenting the metaphor with the participant as protagonist and promoting relational elaboration enhances the therapeutic effect.