How I've Been
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Where I’ve Been, What’s New, and How I’m Really Doing

Hi again lovely readers! It’s been a while. Over a year, actually. I didn’t plan to step away from the blog space for so long, but sometimes life and work (and mental health) have other ideas. If you’ve been wondering where I disappeared to, here’s a little life update and an honest look at where… Continue reading Where I’ve Been, What’s New, and How I’m Really Doing

DBT HOW skills
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DBT “HOW” Skills: How to Practice Mindfulness in DBT

DBT HOW skills (Non-Judgmentalness, One-Mindfulness, and Effectiveness) can be really useful when it comes to handling life with intense emotions. They're not just fancy words; they're practical techniques aimed at helping you regulate your emotions and interact with the world around you in a more effective and less destructive way.  In this article, we'll take… Continue reading DBT “HOW” Skills: How to Practice Mindfulness in DBT

Quick mindfulness practice
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A Simple Mindfulness Practice (5 Minutes or Less)

Starting a mindfulness practice might feel daunting at first. Often, too much focus is put on the complex meditative practices that can be associated with mindfulness. People imagine they need to be sat in the full lotus, chanting their mantras with a completely clear and laser-focused mind. But let's strip away these misconceptions and get… Continue reading A Simple Mindfulness Practice (5 Minutes or Less)

DBT Mindfulness WHAT Skills Blog
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Your Guide To DBT’s ‘WHAT’ Skills

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

Behaviour Chain Analysis DBT
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What is Chain Analysis in DBT?

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?