What is a mindset? Mindsets are the way we as people view our traits and our surroundings. We’ve talked before about the two main classifications of mindsets: fixed and growth. In case you [...]
This week we are talking all about distorted thinking & our topic is: personalization. First, what is distorted thinking? It’s its simplest definition, a cognitive distortion is a way [...]
Usually, when we think about self care, bath bombs, tasty treats, and Instagram filters come flooding to our minds. While the occasional self indulgence can be a great way to express some [...]
Stress is our body’s way of responding to demanding or high-pressure situations. Typically, we only start to notice stress when it’s already overwhelming us. It can manifest in mental [...]
What is a SMART goal? (It’s not just a goal that’s smart!) SMART is an acronym that stands for: S- Specific M- Measurable A- Attainable R- Relevant T- Timely Using the SMART method [...]
The last time we talked about self esteem, we broke down self compassion. As a reminder, self compassion is all about allowing yourself to treat yourself with the same kindness you treat your [...]
If you don’t know, mindfulness is all about staying in the present moment and regaining control over your thoughts. This helps you to prevent your mind from wandering or spiraling which can [...]
Anxiety of course, is a complex condition, and can present differently in everyone. But learning what brings you the most anxiety on a daily basis can help you determine which habits you need to [...]
Dialectical dilemmas, according to GoodTherapy are “the extreme states a person may present in treatment.” In DBT treatment, the goal is to find a healthy union of the two opposing [...]
What is interpersonal effectiveness and how does it impact your relationships? The interpersonal effectiveness model in DBT is all about learning to balance priorities & demands; the wants [...]
