OBSERVE
What does 'Observe' mean in DBT mindfulness?
Noticing without judgement
This is putting words to what you observe
Describe
What does 'Participate' mean in DBT?
Fully engage in the moment
What two minds form wise mind?
Emotional and rational minds
Name one way to practice mindfulness during stress.
Various answers
Name one way to practice observing.
Watching your breath without changing it
Give an example of describing without judgment.
The sky is blue, etc.
Give an example of participating mindfully.
Doing any activity without worry.
True or False: Wise Mind combines logic and emotion?
True
True or False: Mindfulness means clearing your mind completely.
False
True or False: Observing means reacting immediately.
False
True or False: Describing includes opinions.
False
True or False: Participating means fully participating in one activity at a time and not multitasking.
True
Give an example of using Wise Mind.
Various answers
Give an example of mindfulness in daily life.
Various answers
What sense can you use to observe your environment?
Any of the five senses
What is a neutral description of a loud sound?
Any non-judgmental way of describing the sound
Name one activity you can fully participate in.
Any activity.
Why is being in wise mind important?
It helps find a balance between rational mind and emotion mind to make better decisions
What is one benefit of mindfulness?
Various answers
Give an example of observing thoughts.
Noticing anything without judgement
Describe your current posture without judgment.
I am...
Why is participating important?
It helps you stay present and reduce judgement
What happens when we make decisions that are not in wise mind?
Decisions are too rational or too emotional
Name a mindfulness skill you can use before a test.
Breathing, etc.