MIND MY BUSINESS
(Mindfulness)
(Mindfulness)
In “Tití Me Preguntó,” Bad Bunny says “Estoy bien, cabrón, no te voy a mentir.” Which DBT skill does that show?
What is mindfulness and self-awareness (observing and describing current emotions honestly)?
Bad Bunny says “No me voy a dejar” — standing strong in chaos. Which DBT concept does this reflect?
What is distress tolerance (staying grounded through crisis)?
When you name and accept your emotions instead of pushing them away, which DBT step is that?
What is identifying emotions?
Which DBT skill teaches you how to ask for what you need effectively?
What is DEAR MAN?
You’re overwhelmed after work. Which DBT skill could help you cool off before reacting?
What is TIPP or Self-Soothe?
When you focus only on what’s happening right now without judgment, which DBT skill are you using?
What is One-Mindfully?
What does ACCEPTS stand for?
Activities, Contributing, Comparisons, Emotions, Pushing away, Thoughts, Sensations
In “Otra Noche en Miami,” Bad Bunny shows sadness and isolation. What’s one Opposite Action he could use?
What is reaching out to friends or doing something active?
Bad Bunny’s lyrics often show confidence while respecting others. Which interpersonal skill does that use?
What is FAST (Fair, no Apologies, Stick to values, Truthful)?
How could journaling like songwriting help with emotion regulation?
It allows expression and understanding of emotions.
Bad Bunny often says he lives “in the moment.” Which state of mind does that represent when balanced with logic?
What is Wise Mind?
In a crisis, listening to Bad Bunny music to calm down uses what DBT skill?
What is Self-Soothe (hearing)?
What does PLEASE stand for?
Physical Illness, Eating, Avoid mood-altering drugs, Sleep, Exercise
You want to set a boundary with a friend. Which part of DEAR MAN helps you express how you feel?
What is express?
You’re angry and about to send a risky text. What DBT skill can help you pause first?
What is STOP (Stop, Take a step back, Observe, Proceed mindfully)?
You notice your mind wandering during a task, so you bring your attention back. What skill is this?
What is Observe?
When you can’t change a situation, but you accept it to stop suffering, which DBT concept is that?
What is Radical Acceptance?
How can Bad Bunny’s confidence on stage show emotion regulation?
By using coping and confidence skills to manage anxiety and stay present.
In “Yo Perreo Sola,” Bad Bunny promotes autonomy and respect for boundaries. Which DBT goal does that fit?
What is maintaining self-respect and asserting boundaries?
Bad Bunny celebrates authenticity and imperfection. Which DBT principle does that reflect?
What is Radical Acceptance or Self-Validation?
Practicing gratitude for success instead of comparing to others helps with which “How” skill?
What is Nonjudgmentally?
Bad Bunny uses his art to cope with pain. Which IMPROVE skill does this represent?
What is “Meaning” (turning pain into purpose)?
If someone feels jealous after scrolling social media, what DBT skill could they use to check whether the emotion fits the facts?
What is Check the Facts?
When you validate someone’s emotions instead of arguing, what DBT skill is that?
What is GIVE (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner)?
If you were to write your own “DBT Anthem,” what skill would you highlight to remind yourself of strength?
(encourages reflection and creative application)