This Emotion Regulation Skill from DBT Skills Training helps you learn how to Acquire Positives in the Short Term.
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9 Essential Self-Care Tips to Stay Grounded During a Stressful Election Season
'Tis the season to be inundated with unsolicited text messages urging you to select their candidate of choice. Campaign ads lack decorum and seem to focus more on insulting the opponent than inspiring the public. Taking good care of yourself is always important; and it is especially necessary during a stressful election season as we find ourselves in now. The following 9 Essential Self-Care Tips will help you stay grounded during this time and beyond.
Opposite-to-Emotion Action
THE PURPOSE of this skill is to engage in thinking/behaviors that are different from the emotion you feel at the time in order to SHIFT THAT EMOTION. It helps you reinforce you are capable of managing your emotions and being in control of your behaviors.
Problem-Solving
We can regulate emotions by giving ourselves a sense of control through methodically trying to solve the problem. When you allow yourself to work through issues with Wise Mind, Self-Validation, and Compassionate Awareness, you reduce the likelihood of being overwhelmed by Emotion Mind.
Check the Facts
When you notice this occurring, try to regulate emotions by identifying facts of the matter. Make the decision to respond only to facts, what you know for sure, rather than opinions and interpretations.
Identify the 8 Primary Emotions
By being able to identify a primary emotion you are experiencing, you have a better chance of managing impulses, regulating emotions and ultimately having more control over your behaviors.
Effectiveness
In DBT Skills Training, EFFECTIVENESS is part of the "HOW" Skills of Core Mindfulness, which includes: NON-JUDGEMENT, ONE-MINDFUL, EFFECTIVE
One-Mindful
In DBT Skills Training, ONE-MINDFUL is part of the "HOW" Skills of Core Mindfulness, which includes: NON-JUDGEMENT, ONE-MINDFUL, EFFECTIVE
Non-Judgment
In DBT Skills Training, NON-JUDGEMENT is part of the "HOW" Skills of Core Mindfulness, which includes: NON-JUDGEMENT, ONE-MINDFUL, EFFECTIVE
Participate
In DBT Skills Training, PARTICIPATE is part of the "WHAT" Skills of Core Mindfulness, which includes: OBSERVE, DESCRIBE, PARTICIPATE.
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