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As someone that spent the first 25 years of life simultaneously afraid of and powerless to my emotions, one thing DBT was helpful with was teaching me the real purpose of emotions, what they do for us, and why they are needed. If you have been in a lot of invalidating environments throughout your life,… Continue reading What Do Emotions Do For Us?
When I put this together, I first started writing a post about what shame does for us, and quickly realised that I still sometimes struggle to differentiate between what is shame and what is guilt. This "blur" of emotions can happen for a number of reasons, one being complex trauma. So I thought I'd run… Continue reading Can You Tell the Difference Between Guilt and Shame?
Yes, navigating relationships can be complex, especially if you are living with complex trauma or other mental health issues. However, therapy offers invaluable insights and strategies to help us foster healthy connections and navigate these sometimes rough waters. In this guide, I'll delve into 30 therapy-inspired tips for maintaining fulfilling and healthy relationships. From enhancing self-awareness… Continue reading 30 Therapy-Inspired Tips For Maintaining Healthy Relationships
In this guide, we're going to unpack the ‘WHAT’ skills of the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) mindfulness module: Observe, Describe, and Participate. These skills aren't just fancy concepts; they're practical tools that can help us navigate the ups and downs of life with a little more grace and a lot less stress. So, what exactly… Continue reading Your Guide To DBT’s ‘WHAT’ Skills
In the context of DBT, behaviour chain analysis really is an incredibly powerful exercise. Rooted in behavioural psychology, this technique delves deep into the sequential events that form behaviour chains, offering invaluable insights into triggers, reactions, and consequences. DBT, developed by Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, is a form of behavioural therapy based on CBT, renowned… Continue reading What is Chain Analysis in DBT?
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