DBT for Stronger Relationships: Mindfulness and Wise Mind

About this episode

This episode introduces the foundational skills of mindfulness and Wise Mind in the context of using DBT for stronger relationships.

Welcome to the first episode of our 4 part series on using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for stronger relationships! In this episode, we dive into the foundational skill of mindfulness and the concept of Wise Mind. Key Points: Mindfulness: Understanding the importance of being present in the moment and how it can improve our relationships. Wise Mind: Learning to balance emotion and reason to make sound decisions in our interactions. Practical Exercises: Guided mindfulness practice and tips to access your Wise Mind in daily life. Stay Tuned: Next week, we'll focus on distress tolerance – techniques to manage intense emotions and stressful situations effectively. Connect With Us: Take a DBT Class with us! Join Our Facebook Community

People in this episode

Host: Julie Hanson

Topics covered

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy
• mindfulness
• relationships
• emotional balance
• self-improvement

Keywords

• DBT
• mindfulness
• Wise Mind
• relationships
• emotional regulation
• self-improvement
• mental health

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Wise Mind

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