Self as Context
In ACT, the idea of Self as Context is described as...
what is 'that beneath the fluctuating thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations we experience, there exists a stable, observing self.'
This element of ACT focuses on ______.
what is 'focuses on setting goals and taking actionable steps aligned with personal values even in the face of obstacles.'
Definition of Acceptance in ACT?
What is 'means allowing and making room for uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without fighting them, analyzing them, or avoidance.'
Define: Cognitive defusion is the process of _________ and reducing their overall influence on our emotions and actions.
what is 'detaching or separating ourselves from our thoughts'
What does the abbreviation 'ACT' stand for?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
What is the goal of recognizing and cultivating this perspective of self as context...
what is 'individuals can create a space between them and their experiences, allowing for greater freedom and awareness.'
What does committed action ask or require of individuals?
what is 'flexibility, perseverance, and resilience continually taking steps towards valued outcomes and staying committed to behavior to enrich life.'
Acceptance in ACT is NOT?
What is the goal of cognitive defusion?
What is 'to observe thoughts objectively and reduce their power over us and to prevent unhelpful thoughts from dominating our lives and acting contrary to values'
Who is the creator of ACT?
In ACT 'contact with the present moment' refers to the active process of ....
what is 'consciously focusing on what is happening right now. redirecting our attention from inner narrative and autopilot behaviors to the immediate experience of the present. mindful awareness of what is happening internally and externally.'
What is the significance of goal setting?
what is 'provides us with a clear vision of what we want to accomplish. focus energy and effort on specific objectives to increase chances of achieving them.'
Identify at least 3 reminders when urge surfing.
what is 'urges are like waves they eventually pass, rarely lasts longer than 30 mins, fighting urges makes them bigger, mindfulness awareness of breath and non-judgement, whatever you don't repeat loses power.'
Give specific examples of both cognitive fusion and defusion.
accurate examples of each:
what is 'fusion is entanglement with our thoughts. focusing attention on the content of our mind such as thoughts, memories, assumptions, beliefs, images, stories, etc.
what is 'defusion is observing the contents of your mind for what they are- just products of your busy mind.'
Which principle of ACT helps people adapt to challenges more easily rather than get stuck in patterns?
What is psychological flexibility
Accurately lead class through 5 senses technique to cultivate contact with the present moment, as defined in ACT packet
what is '5 feel, 4 see, 3 hear, 2 smell, 1 taste.'
what is the difference between goals and values?
what is 'unlike goals that are achievable milestones, values are guiding standards that give context and meaning to life.'
per participant's response of each stage
Define abbreviations of both FEAR and DARE.
what is 'FEAR- Fusion with unhelpful thoughts. Thoughts that you get caught up in. Excessive goals. Goals are too big, you lack the skills, or you lack the resources. Avoidance to discomfort.Unwilling to make room for the discomfort that challenges brings. Remoteness from values. Forgetting what is important or meaningful to you.'
what is DARE- 'Defusion. Defusing from your thoughts. Acceptance of discomfort. Make space for the uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Realistic goals. What can you do with what you have, where you are? Embracing values.What is important or meaningful about this action? Does it matter? If so why?'
Which principle of ACT is thought to be a powerful antidote to anxiety and depression?
What is mindfulness focus
Give one example of a coping statement for each shame, anxiety, and anger.
Give one statement for emotion base thoughts (shame, anxiety, anger) followed by coping statement for each.
Each team member must identify 3 current personal values and examples of how you are aligned with values through behavior/action.
per participant response
fill in each quadrant of an acceptance matrix
per participant response
Each team member must identify and enact an example from one of the ACT cognitive defusion techniques.
Which principle of ACT helps to foster a sense of purpose and direction?
What is values-driven living