mindfulness
what does being mindful mean?
what is maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment, through a gentle, non-judgemental manner
doing something that helps you build confidence is called
true or false: some emotions are bad
what is the most important skill in relationships
doesn't mean you agree with the person but you can see how they might think that way
what is validation
why is being mindful important
thinking about the future = anxiety symptoms
Treating physical illness, balanced eating, avoid mood altering drugs and alcohol, balance sleep and exercise make up what skill?
what is the PLEASE skill
why is radical acceptance important
Trying to change the things you can't leads to suffering. If you can accept the things you can't change, this gives you more time to focus on what you can actually change.
what skills should you use to help someone feel heard when they are upset with you
summarize their point and validate a part of their emotion
why is it important to have a list of activities you can do when you're in crisis or trying to avoid doing something you truly don't want to do
what is to buy yourself time
mindfulness helps us experience things as they are without attaching _____?
what is our own stories around what is happening
describe opposite action
doing the opposite of how you feel ie wanting to stay in bed all day but forcing yourself to reach out to a friend
Name two parts of the acronym ACCEPTS
A- act as if (you are calm) and activities
C- catch negative thoughts before they spiral out of control or contribute
C - compare your current situation to one you overcame
E- eliminate triggers
P - practice relaxing activities OR push away thoughts
T - thoughts - (counting, abcs backwards)
S - Sensations (5 senses)
what does one letter in GIVE Stand for
What is be Gentle, show Interest, Validate and use and Easy manner.
what do the ABC's Stand for
Activating event, Beliefs, Consequence
why is it important to be mindful of our own thoughts
what is so we can be aware of and work to change the thoughts that are not helpful to us
what are some ideas to bring your emotions down to a more even state?
what is breathing exercises, going on a walk, exercise, taking a break from what is upsetting you
Name two parts of the acronym TIPP
Temperature
Intense Aerobic exercise
Paced Breathing
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
What is Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear confident, Negotiate
what are 4 areas you can set boundaries in