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DBT Mindfulness Journaling Guide & 13 Journal Prompts

My personal journey with DBT and journaling has been absolutely transformative, offering invaluable tools for navigating challenges in the early and ongoing stages of my recovery. In this introductory guide, I’ll explore the profound intersection between mindfulness, DBT skills, and journaling, offering 13 DBT journal prompts for getting started on your own journey. Whether you're… Continue reading DBT Mindfulness Journaling Guide & 13 Journal Prompts

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Can You Do DBT Alone? Limitations & Benefits of Self-Study

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a groundbreaking approach in mental health treatment, particularly for individuals struggling with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and related conditions.  Its emphasis on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness offers a comprehensive framework for navigating life's challenges. However, a pressing question arises: Can DBT be effectively practised alone, without… Continue reading Can You Do DBT Alone? Limitations & Benefits of Self-Study

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How To Learn Distress Tolerance in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Whether you're facing overwhelming emotions or confronting challenging situations, distress tolerance can empower you to choose less harmful coping strategies and proceed without making anything worse. DBT teaches us the tools and skills to learn and practice distress tolerance even when our emotions feel overwhelming. At the very start of my DBT journey, it was… Continue reading How To Learn Distress Tolerance in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy