core mindfulness distress tolerance emotion regulation interpersonal effectiveness Dialectical behavior therapy is an evidence-based psychotherapy that began with efforts to treat personality disorders and interpersonal conflicts. Evidence suggests that DBT can be useful in treating mood disorders and suicidal ideation as well as for changing behavioral patterns such as self-harm and substance use. The mainContinue reading “DBT – Dialectical Behavior Therapy”
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Don’t Cry over the past, it is gone
There is no use in being upset over situations that have already happened and cannot be changed. The quote directs you to not dwell in the past and cry about what happened. Especially when you cannot change it. It’s okay to be sad but don’t let it stop your life. Instead, cherish the moments spentContinue reading “Don’t Cry over the past, it is gone”
Expectations
What is expectation? a strong belief that something will happen. Expectations make us suffer — pretending that things will go our way creates unnecessary stress. Life is like a fragile glass; it will break sooner or later. Rather than expecting things to happen one way, enjoy them for what they are —and while they last.Continue reading “Expectations”
Journaling
It’s simply writing down your thoughts and feelings to understand them more clearly. Therapeutic journaling is the process of writing down our thoughts and feelings about our personal experiences. This kind of private reflection allows us to sort through events that have occurred and problems that we may be struggling with. 📓 Journaling Benefits DealContinue reading “Journaling”
Attitude
If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude. a feeling or opinion about something or someone What are the 3 components of attitude? Attitudes are thought to have three components: an affective component (feelings), a behavioral component (the effect of the attitude on behavior), and a cognitive componentContinue reading “Attitude”
Personal Inventory
Taking self-inventory involves several different steps: In a phrase, taking personal inventory and admitting our shortcomings is an exhaustive and intimate way of examining our life. There are many personal inventory questions that you can ask yourself. Self-inventory is all about being honest with yourself.
What to say when you don’t know what to say
1) “I see that you’re having a hard time.” People feel better when they’re understood and not judged or analyzed. 2) “I’m here for you.” People feel a sense of relief when they don’t feel so alone. 3) “You don’t have to figure this out on your own.” People feel a lot less guilty andContinue reading “What to say when you don’t know what to say”
Sharpen Your Brain
Podcast- Positive Mindset https://open.spotify.com/episode/6AGt5wn6WMSKLH13Qpaf57?si=ckGjcGVoTI-kEhFcE5_-og&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A3Om9xBnBiT6bMKlUcxGexC Do your brain a favor and choose foods that are good for your heart and waistline. People who are more active in mentally challenging activities are more likely to stay sharp. Try these: Be a people person! Talking with others actually sharpens your brain, whether at work, at home, or outContinue reading “Sharpen Your Brain”
Let go of pain
Holding on to anger and resentment isn’t good for mental health. Forgiveness can help you let go of emotional pain and jump-start healing. Let go Tips for letting go 8 ways to start letting things go Joy right now How do you increase joy?
Gardening
Garden for emotional needs and spiritual connections. Gardens play an important part in our well being. A garden might serve as a tranquil retreat or private escape from the demands of everyday life. The beauty of flowers can lift spirits, while pulling weeds can be a great release for stress and excess energy. A harvestContinue reading “Gardening”
Grateful 