What do emotions do for us? Functions and Benefits
Blog, DBT, Mental Health

What Do Emotions Do For Us?

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?

Guilt vs Shame
Blog, DBT, Mental Health

Can You Tell the Difference Between Guilt and Shame?

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?

DBT HOW skills
Blog, DBT

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

Improve relationships therapy tips
Blog, Mental Health

30 Therapy-Inspired Tips For Maintaining Healthy Relationships

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

BPD Mood Diary Template PDF
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4 DBT & BPD Mood Diary Card Templates & Trackers [PDF]

If you've ever felt like emotions were a roller-coaster you just couldn't get off, you're not alone. One incredible tool on my recovery journey has been the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) diary card, or what you may call a BPD mood diary tracker. These valuable worksheets provide a structured way to track and understand intense… Continue reading 4 DBT & BPD Mood Diary Card Templates & Trackers [PDF]