Mindfulness
The DBT concept that balances emotions and logic.
What is Wise Mind?
This skill means accepting reality as it is, even if you don't like it.
What is Radical Acceptance?
This skill helps calm big emotions by slowing the body down.
What is Deep Breathing or Body Scan?
Using Wise Mind during a conflict helps you do what?
What is make balanced, thoughtful choices?
The skill that helps you stop yourself before reacting in a conflict.
What is STOP?
A mindfulness skill where you notice sensations from head to toe.
What is Body Scan?
What DBT skills reminds you to stop, take a step back, observe, and proceed mindfully?
What is STOP?
True or False: Being tired or hungry can make emotions feel bigger and harder to manage.
What is True?
True or False: You can’t control how others act, but you can control how you respond.
What is True?
What is Wise Mind?
A skill that focuses on the breath to calm the nervous system. Name an example.
What is Mindful Breathing? (5-finger breathing, box breathing, 4-7-8 breathing, etc.)
This skill helps you ride out a strong urge instead of acting on it right away.
What is Urge Surfing?
You feel extra emotional and realize you haven't eaten all day. Which skill helps you notice this?
What is HALT?
Why is it helpful to pause and breathe before responding during an argument?
What is to calm down and respond instead of react?
Accepting that you can't control other people's behavior is called
What is Radical Acceptance?
True or False: Mindfulness means clearing your mind of all thoughts.
What is False? (it means noticing thoughts without judgement!)
When using Radical Acceptance, are you saying what happened was okay or fair?
What is No? (You’re accepting that it happened, not approving it)
HALT reminds us to check in with our body when we feel emotional. What does each letter stand for?
What is Hungry, Angry, Lonely and Tired?
Why is respecting yourself important in relationships?
What is builds confidence, boundaries, healthy relationships?
You feel an urge to yell during an argument. What skill helps you tolerate the urge without acting on it?
What is Urge Surging?
You notice your heart racing, tight chest, and fast thoughts before a test. Which mindfulness skills could help first?
What is Breathing or Body Scan?
You really want to text someone something you'll regret. Name 2 skills you could use.
What is STOP, Urge Surging, Breathing, Wise Mind?
You're exhausted, hungry, and snapping at everyone. What's the most effective first step using DBT?
Why is it hard to pause when emotions are high?
What is emotional mind takes over / body is in fight-or-flight?
You're angry at a friend and want to say something mean. Name 1 skill that helps protect the relationship.
What is STOP, Wise Mind, Breathing, Urge Surfing?