Podcasts about acceptance commitment therapy

Quick! Is anyone here an author? Yes! And her book is finally here! Our favourite psychologist, Dr Emily Musgrove, has published the most anticipated book of the year, Unstuck: A guide to finding your way forward to the life you want to live. Feeling stuck, and the yearning for something to change, is a human experience. And in Unstuck, Dr Emily doesn’t just acknowledge this feeling, she walks with you through it. We’re talking values, we’re talking an introduction to acceptance commitment therapy, and we’re talking self-compassion (among many, many other things). At its core, this book is a model for how we might approach change. It’s compulsory reading. Unstuck is available now in all good bookstores, or you can order it online here - https://bit.ly/4bhmCp2. If you want to watch this full video on YouTube, follow this link - https://bit.ly/4mvgSgE

ACT for OCD & Anxiety: Build Psychological Flexibility with Acceptance & Commitment TherapyStruggling with intrusive thoughts or anxiety? Learn how ACT for OCD, used alongside ERP, helps build psychological flexibility and transforms your relationship with anxiety.

Welcome to an enlightening episode of the Mind Movement Health Podcast, where host Kate Boyle delves into the complex world of insomnia with holistic sleep coach Fiona Raikes. As a recovered insomniac, Fiona shares her personal journey and the insights she has gained, now helping others to overcome chronic sleeplessness through a holistic and educated approach. In this episode, we break down the cycle of insomnia, explore the physiological and psychological triggers, and examine the impact of anxiety on sleep. Fiona introduces us to methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia and Acceptance Commitment Therapy that aid in shifting the mindset towards sleep and addressing the root causes holistically. Moreover, we discuss societal misconceptions about sleep, the role of circadian rhythms, and the gender disparities in insomnia prevalence. If you're wrestling with restless nights, curious about improving your sleep quality, or supporting someone else in their struggle, this episode offers a compassionate and informative look into fostering better sleep health. Tune in for empowering insights and practical advice to reclaim restful nights. Connect with Fiona Raikes: Fiona is a recovered insomniac now holistic sleep coach. She is certified with the Sleep Coach School and is now focused on helping women in their 20's and 30's overcome insomnia holistically Email: hello@sleepcoachingwithfiona.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sleep_coachingwithfiona?si=iX4CPSlOLujq7l22 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleep_coachingwithfiona?igsh=Y3Foa3d2cTI5a3Jp&utm_source=qr Newsletter: https://fionaraikes.myflodesk.com/wwy7ddehxr   Ready to escape to Serenity? Then come join our 2025 Pilates Retreat in Thailand! This retreat promises a full week of relaxation, exploration, and rejuvenation tailored for everyone. Get ready for daily Pilates, nourishing food, enriching activities, and meaningful connections with the beautiful backdrop of Thailand. Spaces are limited to only 16 participants so get in now and grab your spot on the link below: https://www.mindmovementhealth.com.au/thailand-retreat/   Connect with Kate: Website: MindMovementHealth.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/MindMovementHealth Instagram: instagram.com/MindMovementHealth Haven't subscribed to the podcast yet? Be sure to subscribe and leave us a review at: Apple Podcasts

In this enlightening conversation, I sat down with Corey Jackson, a prominent figure in mindfulness research and emotional regulation, to explore the intricate world of mindfulness and metacognitive approaches to emotion. We traversed through the realms of Buddhist psychology, the impact of mindfulness on anxiety and depression, and the importance of attentional control. What You'll Learn: Mindfulness and Metacognitive Therapy: Corey discussed the differences between traditional cognitive-behavioural models and metacognitive models. He detailed how the latter focuses on metacognitive beliefs and how adjusting these beliefs can affect anxiety and depression more effectively. This model, often overlooked, offers a promising avenue for those dealing with mental health challenges. Attention and Its Role: Corey and I delved into the critical aspect of attention in shaping our reality. Drawing parallels with William James's theories and contemporary neuroscience, we examined how controlled attention can lead to better emotional regulation. Corey emphasised the importance of knowing not just what you pay attention to, but how you attend to it, and how this awareness can transform your emotional and psychological well-being. Traditional vs. Modern Mindfulness Practices: A significant portion of our conversation focused on comparing traditional Buddhist mindfulness practices with the modern, often simplified versions popularised in the West. Corey highlighted the rich history and depth of traditional practices, which often encompass a broader system of mental cultivation beyond just breath awareness. The Importance of Judgments: We explored the role of judgments in our mental and emotional lives. Corey challenged the popular Western notion of nonjudgmental awareness, explaining how traditional practices encouraged good judgment to guide behaviour aligned with personal goals and virtues. The Role of Emotions: Corey shared insights from his work with emotional balance, particularly how emotions serve as signposts indicating important events. We discussed strategies from both Eastern and Western philosophies to manage emotions, transform emotional states, and cultivate a balanced emotional life. Key Takeaways: Mindfulness as a Multifaceted Tool Attention and Emotional Control Judgment is Crucial Traditional Practices Hold Rich Insights Emotions are Indicative, Not the Enemy Resources: Visit Corey Jackson's website for more about his work and offerings. Explore Amishi Jha's research on mindfulness and attention for further insights into the neuroscience behind these practices Support and Share: If you found this conversation insightful, consider exploring Corey's online courses to further your understanding and practice of mindfulness and emotional balance. Cultivating emotional balance is a skill that benefits everyone, and Corey’s expert guidance offers a valuable path toward achieving it. 00:59 PhD Journey and Challenges 02:45 Exploring Mindfulness Mechanisms 04:30 Metacognitive Model and Therapy 08:15 Traditional vs. Modern Mindfulness 10:13 Brooding vs. Reflective Rumination 12:45 Contemplative Practices and Wisdom 17:26 Secularisation of Mindfulness 29:08 Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Observing Thoughts 29:59 Comparing Buddhist and Tibetan Views on Thought Observation 31:23 Attention and Attentional Control in Various Fields 33:20 The Role of Attention in Tibetan Buddhism 35:07 Managing Anger and Emotional Reactions 37:28 The Stoic Approach to Anger 39:14 Paul Ekman's Insights on Emotions 44:17 Controlled vs. Captured Attention 50:41 Brain Activity Patterns in Meditators 53:15 Corey Jackson's Work and Online Programs 55:13 Concluding Thoughts and Future ProjectsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode #267 of Demystifying Mental Toughness, David discusses the role of a Sport Psychologist in helping coaches manage anxiety. He differentiates between state anxiety, which occurs in specific situations, and trait anxiety, a personality trait influenced by factors such as childhood, genetics, trauma and environment.   David goes on to share to insights to aid the understanding of coaches on the topic, with some solutions discussed too. Key Learning Points: ·       State anxiety can be managed through understanding triggers and subsequent thoughts, and behaviours. ·       Trait anxiety may require referrals to clinical or counselling psychologists. ·       Understanding and managing bodily experiences of anxiety, such as heart racing and tension, can help coaches navigate their emotions better. ·       Techniques associated with Self-Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness can help coaches stay present and manage their anxieties better. Connect with David Charlton Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIN To Listen to Related Podcasts To Help You Improve Your Coaching Methods Ep266: David Charlton - How to Help Sports Coaches Cope With Pressure and Stress Better Ep265: David Charlton - How to Help Sports Coaches Self Regulate Their Emotions Ep260: David Charlton - What Can I Expect When Working With A Sport Psychologist Ep249: Dr Edward Hall - Understanding Workplace Collaboration In Coaching In Team Sports Ep166: Mark Bennett MBE – How To Help Athletes and Coaches Reflect On Their Performances Relevant Blogs And Resources To Help You Improve Coaching Methods Stress, Appraisal, and Coping Book : Lazarus PhD, Richard S., Susan Folkman PhD Online Course for Sports Coaches developed by Professor Sophia Jowett – Empowering the athlete: The coach-athlete partnership Anxiety and panic attacks - Mind The Mental Edge - Enhancing Coach-Athlete Relations Blog: How to Stay Calm as a Coach in Big Matches Blog: Helping Confident Coaches Progress

Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@theocdandanxetypodcast Book your free session directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 441 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast with Robert James Coaching. In this episode, we delve into one of OCD's most compelling tricks—the illusion of control. For those struggling with OCD, the cycle of compulsions often offers a deceptive sense of relief. However, this short-term fix only keeps you trapped in the cycle. Discover why focusing on long-term resilience rather than short-term comfort is essential for breaking free from OCD's grip. Learn about the concept of the "choice point" from Acceptance Commitment Therapy and how choosing courage over comfort can lead to true freedom. Robert shares personal insights and introduces two powerful techniques: postponement and values check-in, designed to help you build resilience and align your actions with your values. Join us as we explore how to make choices that reflect who you want to be, ultimately reclaiming your freedom from OCD. For more tools and strategies, visit Robert's YouTube channel and website. Embrace the journey towards a life defined by your values, not your fears. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.    

Book your free session directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In episode 412, join me from the serene Basque country as I escape the summer heat of Barcelona. If you're struggling with OCD or anxiety, this episode is especially for you.  Today's focus is on a powerful tool from Acceptance Commitment Therapy: the bus driver metaphor. This metaphor helps in managing intrusive thoughts, a significant aspect of OCD. Drawing inspiration from sports and role models, we explore how to lean into discomfort and overcome challenges by staying committed to our values. Imagine yourself as a bus driver, dealing with noisy and annoying passengers (your intrusive thoughts). Learn how to handle these passengers without letting them disrupt your journey, and discover the importance of focusing on your goals and values. This episode offers practical insights into managing OCD and emphasizes the importance of acceptance and staying present. If you find the podcast helpful, please subscribe to support us. For any questions or further discussion, feel free to reach out. Enjoy the episode and take on the challenge of OCD with a renewed perspective Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.      

The “yips” is a word that strikes fear into many golfers, cricketers, darts players and many other performers.   With the yips, comes huge emotional and physiological responses.  Lack of enjoyment, and often thoughts about and decisions to quit your chosen sport or pastime.  It doesn't have to be that way however as Trevor Jones a PGA Professional Golf Coach and Mental Performance Coach and I discuss in this episode.  We go on to talk about leaning into your fears, embracing discomfort,  Acceptance Commitment Therapy or Training (ACT) and mindfulness to help golfers and performers.    Key Learning Points: The yips is a significant problem which can escape into other areas of your sport and life. The practice of "dropping anchor" remaining still for extended periods can help you remain present. Consider what values would make enduring discomfort worthwhile as motivation to regularly practice exercises of this type. Explore ways of incorporating mindfulness techniques into other areas of your life to build mental flexibility. The still lake exercise is a helpful technique to find flow. Connect with Trevor Jones Instagram Watch Professor Steven C Hayes discussing performance psychology from an ACT perspective with Trevor Jones Website | Aware Performance Group LLC Connect with David Charlton Sign Up to The Mental Edge Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn To Listen To Golf or Yips Related Podcast Episodes To Help You Ep012: Alessia Bruno – The Yips, Crashes, Trauma in Sport there is hope for Athletes Ep099: Trevor Jones – How to Deal with Overthinking on the Golf Course Ep167: Karl Morris – How To Manage Your Emotions To Improve Your Golf Ep101: Compilation - 25 Mental Game Secrets to Improve Your Golf Ep156: Ruth Chiles - There is Hope: How to Overcome Focal Dystonia For More Resources so You Can Shoot Lower Scores on The Golf Course Golfers Mental Scorecard Golf Psychology FAQs Golf Blogs Golf Podcasts

If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, you're not alone. According to sleepfoundation.org adults need seven or more hours of sleep per night. However more than one-third of adults sleep less than seven hours per night on average, and up to two-thirds of adults occasionally experience insomnia symptoms. We know that sleep is critical not just for our physical health, but our mental and emotional wellbeing too. If you're sleep deficient, you may have trouble making decisions, solving problems, controlling your emotions and behavior, or coping with stressful situations and change. Dr Kat Lederle is a sleep and body clock scientist, author, and sleep coach, who is passionate about helping others sleep well and feel good. Dr Kat sees sleep as an act of self-care, and in her work with clients combines sleep science, with learnings from Mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. Dr Kat talks to host Gabby about how a busy mind is the cause of many sleep problems, and why there is a 40-70% higher prevalence of insomnia in women compared to men. Dr Kat addresses some of the sleep myths and explains why we need to let go of ‘sleep rules', leading to sleeping well again. Plus, Dr Kat shares her thoughts on how we might overcome bedtime procrastination, and some of the reasons why she believes many do not prioritize sleep enough. Dr Kat also explains how we can work with our body clock in a gentle and compassionate way, thereby setting ourselves up for a better night's sleep. To find out more about Dr Kat and her sleep coaching methods: https://drkatsleep.com/ Check out Dr Kat's book ‘Sleep Sense' which takes the reader through the science of sleep and why it is important for every single one of us, empowering you to take steps that are right for you to sleep well. To follow Dr Kat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkatsleep/ To download the My Possible Self App: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast  To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: @mypossibleself

Now, most people have heard of the body's Circadian Rhythm but do you know what it means and how it affects our wellbeing and sleep? Well, someone who does is our guest today Dr Kat Lederle, who is a sleep and body clock scientist, a sleep coach and also the author of Sleep Sense. Dr Kat is passionate about helping individuals sleep well and feel good. She sees sleep as an act of self-care, and her focus is on providing one-to-one therapeutic sleep coaching to women who experience insomnia and sleep problems. Her work combines sleep science with and learnings from Mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. We chat about why women sleep differently to men.You can watch the full unedited interview on our Womenkind Collective YouTube channel. The Book Collective this week seems to be getting all of us furious as we continue reading Unwell Women by Elinor Cleghorn, we realise it's no wonder women's health is as dire as it is today with male medics taking charge of birthing and a really heinous man called Dr Isaac Baker Brown who insisted clitoridectomy was a way to cure women of pleasuring themselves. You can join in with our Book Club, send us a DM or voice note with your thoughts on the book. We catch up on your comments Jinty asks a deep question from Gina Martin's new book and Lou finds out about casting clouts! It's another episode brimming with chat and all the usual sweary shenanigans! So, settle in for this hour(ish) podcast full of meaningful chat. If you've enjoyed our Podcast you may like to consider buying us a Ko-Fi at https://ko-fi.com/womenkindcollectivepodcastHere you can find updates, photos and some inclusive content we won't post anywhere else and your donation will help us ensure we continue to bring you great quality of content and sound.Our campaign for a Menopause Clinic in Devon is moving closer but we still need signatures on our petition: https://www.change.org/p/wheresmyclinicOr to send your testimonials please email us: menopauseclinicdc@gmail.comAnd finally, if you would like the templates to send to your MP or CCG please visit our website: https://menopauseclinicfordevon.co.uk Dr Kat LederleW: www.drkatsleep.comL: Dr Kat LederleI: @drkatsleep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is it that our incredible, problem-solving brains just doing their thing to help protect us can be so destructive? What if I fail my exam? What if I can't pay the mortgage this month? What if my Dad gets sick? We love this tip for reframing the 'what if' worry loop before it spirals out of control. LINKS Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestProducer: Adair SheppardEditor: Adrian Walton  Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many athletes, golfers or people in everyday life take their thoughts too seriously.  They then get caught up overthinking and it causes havoc with their decision making.  In golfing terms, paralysis by analysis can take over, when the pressure is on and the result is often poor shots and missed putts.  And lots of frustration!  In this episode, Trevor Jones a PGA Professional Golf Coach and Mental Performance Coach and I chat about this topic where he shares as a coach how he uses Acceptance Commitment Therapy or Training (ACT) to help golfers and other athletes deal with these challenges.    Key Learning Points: Feeling confident on every shot is unrealistic. All humans experience self-doubt. We all can get ahead of ourselves or get caught out dwelling on past mistakes. Nurturing psychological flexibility is very helpful tool to have in your toolkit. A challenge for you, seek to integrate mindfulness into your everyday life. Connect with Trevor Jones Instagram Watch Professor Steven C Hayes discussing performance psychology from an ACT perspective with Trevor Jones Website | Aware Performance Group LLC Connect with David Charlton Sign Up to The Mental Edge Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn To Listen To Golf Related Podcast Episodes To Help You Ep099: Trevor Jones – How to Deal with Overthinking on the Golf Course Ep167: Karl Morris – How To Manage Your Emotions To Improve Your Golf Ep228: Gio Valiante – Lessons From Overconfident Golfers That Can Help You Perform Better For More Resources so You Can Shoot Lower Scores on The Golf Course Golfers Mental Scorecard Golf Psychology FAQs Golf Blogs Golf Podcasts Podcasts Episodes Connect to ACT and Mindfulness Ep092: Dr James Hegarty – ACT in Sport, Improving Performance through Mindfulness Ep124: Dr Keagan Hadley – Long Term Injuries: How to Confront Difficult Thoughts and Emotions EP136: Charlotte Potts – Overcoming Tough Times in Professional Women's Football and Bouncing Back Stronger

Book your free session directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com   Want to support the podcast in return for exclusive content and more access to me? Check out my Patreon tiers, any help is much appreciated :) www.patreon.com/user?u=88044382 Welcome to episode 381 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast by Robert James Coaching, a platform geared towards establishing a healthier relationship with anxiety disorders. This episode is designed to help you reclaim control over your life and veer away from the course charted by your fears. Our topic for today's discussion is the key to rendering patient and sustainable growth from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Together, we will unpack successful strategies to maintain progress, manage setbacks, and preserve any gains achieved throughout your journey. The goal is to foster an increasingly peaceful future and a lifestyle free of the reins of OCD. I understand that dealing with OCD is an uphill battle that demands incessant pushing against your comfort zone, the persistence to stay on track with foundational therapies such as Exposure and Acceptance Commitment Therapy, keeping up with new routines, and warding off the perilous claws of burnout. These tasks are challenging, but with the right mindset and approach, you can turn these challenges into stepping stones towards a healthier mental state. By recognizing, accepting, and responding appropriately to life's inevitable upsets—such as relationship tumults, professional disputes, or other life events—we can navigate our path to recovery effectively. Patience, self-awareness, and understanding that setbacks are part of the process can fortify our resolve in the face of adversity. This podcast episode also lays emphasis on the importance of habit formation and the pitfalls of setting too many goals simultaneously. Using the concept of sustainable atomic habits, I explain how focusing on a few small but consistent actions or routines can lead to lasting growth over time. This way, you mitigate undue stress and overwhelm, and ensure continuous personal development despite the torrents of anxiety or OCD distracting you. Finally, remember that setbacks are not fail-ends but opportunities for self-reflection, evaluation, and change in strategy. The key is not to strive for a perfect journey but for a successful one. Join me on this episode to gather more insights on overcoming OCD and living a more peaceful and joy-filled life. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.    

Have you heard of 'dirty' vs. 'clean' pain? It's an acceptance and commitment therapy concept and recognising the difference can be a total game-changer.  It's time to sort through the emotional clutter to discern the pain you can't help vs. the pain you may be inflicting on yourself.  LINKS Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestProducer: Adair SheppardEditor: Adrian Walton  Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I this episode I speak to Dr. Steven Hayes about Acceptance Commitment Therapy.  How you can use it to overcome the challenges faced when going through Divorce.  Dr. Hayes, like us, has also been through a Divorce, 2 of them.  His wisdom and guidance are a welcome addition to the podcast.Support the showhttps://www.risingphoenixdivorcecoach.com

In today's episode, we tackle burnout with Dr Debbie Sorensen. Dr Sorensen got her PhD in psychology from Harvard University, is the cohost of the Psychologists Off the Clock podcast, runs a private practice in Boulder, Colorado, and is the author of ACT for Burnout: Recharge, Reconnect, and Transform Burnout With Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Today's conversation delves into the signs, impact, and strategies to recover from burnout. Gain insights into recognizing burnout, addressing its root causes, and exploring Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a means to tackle burnout. From personal experiences to practical advice on navigating burnout, this episode offers a wealth of information to help listeners develop resilience and regain a sense of balance. What to Listen For Introduction – 0:00 What are the obvious indicators of burnout that everyone overlooks when they're burnt out? This one thing prevents most people from overcoming burnout Which of these 5 burnout cycles do you suffer from – 12:45 What are the most prevalent burnout cycles, and how do they trap individuals in a cycle of stress and recovery? Are certain personalities more susceptible to specific burnout cycles, and if so, why? The secret weapon against burnout that anyone can acquire – 25:51 What are the first steps someone can take to cultivate psychological flexibility in their daily life? Are certain personalities more susceptible to specific burnout cycles, and if so, why? And what can you do to reduce your susceptibility? The psychological toolkit to overcome burnout – 36:14 How can you use Acceptance Commitment Therapy tools to give yourself some breathing room and not allow your burnout to destroy the relationships you care about? The road to burnout recovery – 46:07 What are the necessary steps to go from burnout to some semblance of normal? How can you bring up the topic of burnout with someone you care about who is showing signs of burnout? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

— Self-care is often misunderstood. While many associate it with indulgent activities like spa days and bubble baths—and these can indeed be forms of self-care—it fundamentally revolves around identifying energy drains and rejuvenating oneself to peak levels. We frequently recognize the need to decelerate, take breaks, or even relinquish some of our responsibilities. Yet, the idea of planning these respites might seem overwhelming, especially when already submerged in an overwhelming list of tasks. It's crucial to remember that it's not just physical chores that wear us out. Emotional fatigue, incessant thoughts, and a mind constantly in motion can be equally draining. Once trapped in this continuous cycle, breaking free might seem like a daunting task. Take a moment to ponder the sources of your exhaustion, both past and present. Reflect on your surroundings and the events in your life, but also introspect about mental strains. Ask yourself: Are unresolved conflicts consuming your thoughts? Do you find yourself agitated by factors beyond your control? Are past regrets or future anxieties weighing you down? In this episode, we discuss self-care, well-being, intentional living and everything else in between! Valeria interviews Jessica Matala  — She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker committed to helping children, adolescents, and adults learn how to understand personal experiences in a manner that promotes awareness and enlightenment to obtain a sense of wellbeing and flourish in their everyday lives. Jessica's work focuses on targeting maladaptive relationship patterns, ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs through deep and meaningful conversations using curiosity, insight, knowledge, and understanding. She believes in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals. Jessica has specialized training in various evidence-based treatment models including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Attachment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She utilizes a multi-dimensional therapeutic approach that focuses on each client's strengths and personal goals to obtain a healthy balance in their life. To learn more about Jessica Matala and her work, please visit: https://soulmosaic.care/             — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well.

In this inaugural episode of "Love, ADHD - Where Genius and Scatter Meet," host Julie Lee interviews co-host Tony Overbay, LMFT, as he shares his personal story of discovering ADHD in his mid-40s. Julie also opens up about her recent diagnosis, revealing how it shed light on various aspects of her life, including her career and sensitivities to rejection. Tony shares his transformative experiences with Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Ritalin, pivotal in reframing his approach to ADHD. Together, they delve into the complex mental health issue, discussing how medication and therapy have significantly impacted their lives for the better. Get ready for a candid conversation that combines raw emotion with hearty laughs. The duo also talks about juggling various speaking gigs, podcasts, and writing projects without feeling stretched too thin—a relatable struggle for many with ADHD. Amid the laughter and banter, their ultimate message rings clear: If you're newly diagnosed with ADHD, there's nothing wrong with you; embrace your journey and the unique perspective it brings. Tune in to join Julie and Tony as they kickstart a podcast designed to be as multifaceted as its hosts and as intriguing as the minds it aims to serve. You can reach them through their individual websites http://tonyoverbay.com and https://www.julieleespeaks.com/

Charity and Dotun got their happily ever after.  Join Liv and Jenna as they discuss living with no regrets and accepting what comes in life…okay, more like regret from a CBT perspective and Acceptance/Commitment Therapy strategies for moving towards all your values.  Thank you again for another wonderful season, see you in 2024!

Terapia akceptacji i zaangażowania (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, ACT) to obecnie jedna z najpopularniejszych metod psychoterapii i treningu psychologicznego, należąca do tzw. trzeciej fali terapii behawioralnej. Znana jest od 1982 roku, kiedy to amerykański psycholog kliniczny Steven C. Hayes zaprezentował po raz pierwszy założenia tego nurtu terapeutycznego. Na czym dokładnie polega? Jakie są jej założenia? Na jakiej technice się opiera? Co na temat jej skuteczności mówią badania naukowe? I co najważniejsze – do kogo jest skierowana, a komu niekoniecznie pomoże? O szczegółach związanych z tą modalnością terapeutyczną oraz o jej dostępności w Polsce opowie psycholog psychoterapeuta Bartosz Kleszcz w rozmowie z psycholożką, psychoterapeutką i seksuolożką Zofią Szynal. W cyklu „ABC Psychoterapii” realizowanym w ramach Strefy Psyche Uniwersytetu SWPS wraz z zaproszonymi gośćmi poruszamy tematy dotyczące zdrowia psychicznego. Strefa Psyche Uniwersytetu SWPS to projekt popularyzujący wiedzę psychologiczną na najwyższym merytorycznym poziomie oraz odkrywający możliwości działania, jakie daje psychologia w różnych sferach życia zarówno prywatnego, jak i zawodowego. Projekt obejmuje działania online, których celem jest umożliwienie rozwoju każdemu, kto ma taką potrzebę lub ochotę, niezależnie od miejsca, w którym się znajduje. Więcej o projekcie: https://web.swps.pl/strefa-psyche

Dawn Cady is a Success Guide, Intuitive, Certified Holistic Therapist, Owner and Founder of Alleviate Pain. Dawn was a chronic pain sufferer for 31 years and used to take 13 painkillers a day. She learned how to walk again even though doctors told her she would be disabled for the rest of her life. In 2014 Dawn Cady created The Neural Alignment Method®, a multi-award-winning process that unites over 120 of the world's best healing tools and techniques. The Neural Alignment Method® successfully passed 2 years of clinical trials and was incorporated into Alleviate Pain online and offline programs. Dawn is also highly specialised in Emotional Freedom Technique, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Process Work, Energy Work, and Explain Pain Methods.

Todays episode is the 200th episode of Life Changes You. When I started i wasn't certain how long the podcast would last and if there would be enough interest? Now almost 3 and a 1/2 years in and 200 episodes I feel confident that it is going ok :)Thank you to all the guests who have shared their stories and inspired others to keep going and to realise that we can make it through some terrible situations. Thanks to everyone who keeps listening and sending me feedback :)This episode is all about setting boundaries around your self-care. I have been quite unwell recently with a brain bleed and had to really start taking care of myself. This was a great conversation to have at this time for me :)Isaac LeePrincipal PsychologistMaster of Professional Psychology, Monash UniversityPostgraduate Diploma of Psychology, Monash UniversityBachelor of Psychological Science, Latrobe UniversityThe team at Functional Minds is led by our principal psychologist, Isaac Lee.Isaac is a generally registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and has previously been a committee member for the Melbourne Branch of the Australian Psychological Society.Isaac's passion for the field of psychology comes from wanting to help people, to have a positive impact on those he interacts with, and to always be learning more about people, the brain, and the world.Isaac works in a person centred approach, within a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy framework with elements of Mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Schema Therapy.Isaac is particularly interested in helping people with depression, anxiety, bipolar, and gender dysphoria, although he is always looking for new experiences, and is keen to help all of his clients in the best way possible.Functional Minds Psychology - We're here to help Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Renee White sits down with Frances Bilbao, Clinical Psychologist and Director of Mums Matter Psychology, to discuss how intrusive thoughts are NORMAL in motherhood, why we they are so common in motherhood and how you can use a coping strategy like Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) to manage these thoughts.  More about Frances, the webinars they run and Mums Matter PsychologyWe aim to make services ACCESSIBLE and AFFORDABLE to everyone.To do this we partner with local council Maternal & Child Health centres and Maternity Hospitals to offer services from family friendly rooms close to your home and offer TELEHEALTH so you can access services from anywhere.  And, we offer bulk billing under Medicare (no out of pocket expense) so you can afford to seek help.We provide individual and group therapy through a team of specially trained perinatal mental health clinicians who hear stories of motherhood each and everyday and an empathsise and understand. They have special training in working with you on common emotional and mental health issues experienced in pregnancy and early parenthood. Learn more about Dr Renee White and Fill Your Cup Postpartum Doulas:Want to be nurtured and nourished after the birth of your baby, have a peek at our doula offerings.If you want to gobble up our famous Chocolate + Goji lactation cookies, look no further.

The Art of Charm is brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/charm today to get 10% off your first month. In today's episode, we cover self development and acceptance commitment therapy with Art of Charm alumnus Nishant Patel. Nishant went through the Art of Charm bootcamp 15 years ago and went on to become a successful practitioner of Acceptance Commitment Therapy. The stories we tell ourselves define how we see the world and interact with the people around us, so what are these stories we tell, how do you tell if they're helping or hindering you, and how do you tell yourself better stories to achieve your dream life?    What to Listen For Introduction – 0:00 How did the pickup era start? Why was the Art of Charm started?  The origin of self-development for men – 11:49 Why do men get into self-development? What is life like after an Art of Charm bootcamp?  How do humans see the world? – 28:06  What stories do we tell ourselves that shape how we live in this world and interact with other people? How do you learn to be better at life? Why should you meditate? – 43:22 What is meditation and how can it reduce your suffering? What are the 4 practical benefits of meditation that will change your life?   We are gifted powerful minds as humans but without any documentation to explain how to use them. Self-development acts as a manual to understand and leverage the minds we are given. Men often find their way into self-development through dating because in order to have success in the world of dating, men need to be high value to consistently attract women. And becoming high value takes a lot of work. Self-development allows us to understand who we are and what we need to do to get to where we want to be. A Word From Our Sponsors Are you ready to take your career to the next level in 2023? Looking to grow your high-value social circle? You are one relationship away from changing your entire life. Listen: your social circle, professional network, and lack of confidence are thwarting your attempts at accelerating your career. But there's something you can do about it. After coaching over 10,000 clients including military special operators and Fortune 500 executives we've learned a thing or two about what it actually takes to grow your network. In fact, over 90% of the amazing guests on this show are from referrals in our personal networks. We've packaged our best insights inside a course called, Social Capital. And, as a thank you for being a podcast listener, we want to give you this training for FREE to start 2023. To get your hands on this training and immediately start improving your relationships, go to theartofcharm.com/sc Running out of things to say in conversation… and still struggling to get people interested in you? That's an uncomfortable position to be in. Don't want to risk getting tongue-tied and screwing things up the next time you meet someone? Check out Conversation Magic now to make sure you don't crash and burn. With our bulletproof formula, you'll be flirting up a storm, sparking fun and engaging conversations, and making high-value friends anywhere! Resources from this Episode The Art of Charm Bootcamp The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz The Voice of Knowledge: A Practical Guide to Inner Peace by Don Miguel Ruiz The Work of Byron Katie Check in with AJ and Johnny! AJ on Instagram Johnny on Instagram The Art of Charm on Instagram The Art of Charm on YouTube The Art of Charm on TikTok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Urge Surfing is an Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Expansion Practice designed to help for when emotions feel too big to carry. Oftentimes our default response to these types of emotions is an urge to avoid, distract, eliminate or control. Acceptance & Commitment Therapy shows us another approach to managing these emotions so we can lean to live with them rather than being in a constant struggle with normal human emotions. Once we become aware of these emotions and the impact they have, we can then decide how we'd like to proceed, instead of being swept away by behaviors which are not serving our values or the life we'd like to be living. Learn the basics of calming your anxiety with this FREE handout . Follow the link to get this resource sent straight to your inbox - subscribepage.io/DzbIyd Learn more about mental health and mental health services at www.cedarrosecounseling.org Improve your wellness with clean supplements made by XTendLife. Use code WELLNESS15 at checkout for 15% off your first purchase - https://www.xtend-life.com?sca_ref=2955835.SHmFWd2xSW

De 20e aflevering: mijlpaaltje wel! Perfect moment om 'n stukje voor te lezen uit m'n boek dat binnenkort verschijnt - een sneak peek dus, duw je oortjes maar wat dieper ;) Deze week 'n onderwerp dat me echt aan het hart gaat. Zou het 't liefst van de daken willen schreeuwen: leer ermee omgaan, met die lastige emoties. Doe je dat niet, dan wijs je jezelf af en raak je verwijderd van wie je bent. Je wordt een wandelend hoofd tot je lijf uiteindelijk stop zegt. En dan is er helaas al veel stuk. Ik was daar onwijs goed in; vooral doorgaan en niet stilstaan bij wat ik voelde. Ik moest sterk zijn van mezelf en had geen idee hoe ik kon omgaan met grote pijn en diep verdriet. En dus duwde ik dat jarenlang weg. Negeerde vakkundig alle fysieke en emotionele signalen die mijn lijf gaf en verhardde. Letterlijk en figuurlijk. Tot m'n lichaam in 2014 zei: "Ik weet niet wat jij denkt, maar het is genoeg vriendin, ik stop ermee." Een zware burn-out dwong me tot stilstand en ik greep 'm met beide handen aan om te veranderen. Ik wilde zachter worden en mentaal veerkrachtiger; leren omgaan met de moeilijke dingen in het leven. Stap voor stap herstelde ik de verbinding met mezelf. En was ik in staat om alles wat ik had weggeduwd alsnog aan te gaan en voelde ik geen angst meer voor De Moeilijke Emoties. Het krijgen van MS in 2018 gaf me weer een flinke stapel huiswerk. Ik mocht nog meer leren. En dat doe ik nog steeds, elke dag. In deze aflevering hoor je: wat het verschil is tussen voelen, gevoel en emoties wat de functie is van emoties hoe en wat er bij mij mis ging wat ik daarvan leerde hoe ik nu met moeilijke emoties omga [Sidenote] > Lees het stuk van Yvonne Schmidt over emoties: Wat doen emoties met je? > Info over Acceptance Commitment Therapy > Heb je een vraag of opmerking over de podcast? Leuk! Ik hoor je graag. Je vindt me op Instagram: ⁠⁠@ikhebmelief_depodcast⁠

Welcome to the Evolvepreneur (After Hours) Show I am your Special Host Christine Campbell Rapin Join me today where we dig deep with our guests and get you the best concepts and strategies to fast-track your business. My very special guest today is Dawn Cady ... Dawn Cady is Holistic Certified Specialist, Multi-Award-Winning Pain Expert, Australia's Premiere Pain Freedom Coach, Founder, and Owner at Alleviate Pain Inc. since 2016. Dawn was a chronic pain sufferer for 31 years and used to take 13 painkillers a day. She learned how to walk again even though doctors told her she would be disabled for the rest of her life. In 2014, Dawn Cady created The Neural Alignment Method®, a multi-award-winning process that unites over 120 of the world's best healing tools and techniques. The Neural Alignment Method® successfully passed 2 years of clinical trials and was incorporated into Alleviate Pain online and offline programs. Dawn is also highly specialised in Emotional Freedom Technique, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Process Work, Energy Work, and Explain Pain Methods. www.alleviatepain.com.au

** Advisory note that content in this episode may not be suitable for children. ** Angela and Emily are preparing to lose their therapy “virginity” on air, but in this episode, we establish a foundation of trust between patient and therapist, Jared Johnson. Jared T. Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), who earned a degree from the University of Utah, where his clinical focus was on Forensics. Jared has worked in the field for over 20 years, and as a clinician for the last 8 years. He has worked in residential and outpatient substance use disorder clinics. The specific therapy types that he uses in his daily work are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Relapse Prevention Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness Interventions/Skills. Jared has been married to his wife Davian for 15 years, who is a REFIT Instructor and loves to share her experience with REFIT with everyone. They have 4 kids: Berlyn, Greysen, Kayden, and Addelyn. Jared begins painting the therapy canvas by answering questions such as: • does everyone need therapy? • are certain people “untreatable?” • what are the different types of therapy? • how do you identify signs of depression? • does Angela need therapy if everyone else is getting it? (Answer: YES) This is a 2 part episode and will conclude this season of Finding Fit. Don't miss our upcoming episode! Follow us on Instagram @FindingFitPod and make sure to sign up for our email list!! Please and thank you. Did you know we have a Finding Fit phone number? We'd love to hear from you! If you have a topic idea, a question about a past or previous episode, or just want to leave us a message -- give us a ring and leave your message! The number is 254-294-7767.

Alastair Humphreys is a British Adventurer and Author. He spent over 4 years cycling round the world, a journey of 46,000 miles through 60 countries and 5 continents.He has walked across southern India, rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, run six marathons through the Sahara desert, completed a crossing of Iceland, trekked in the Arctic and 1000 miles across the Empty Quarter desert. In 2012 he was named as one of National Geographic's Adventurers of the year…and he's also a dad of two, which, to this day is by far the most challenging expedition he's undertaken.In this episode we talk about how Alastair was totally freaked out (and still is) about how little time he has left in this life and that, contrasting with the day-to-day boredom of humdrum parenting was a massive challenge for him.He has now reframed parenting and sees it as a different, yet equally amazing part of his life. “An adventure is an adventure if you chose to make it so.”Now Alastair leans into finding adventure close to his doorstep, through microadventures, and you can too.“The idea of going camping for a night is one of the great hacks for life. If you are really busy, really stressed, you suddenly buy yourself this experience and you buy yourself this extra time. And a year from now you've still got that fantastic memory.”This conversation has given me a new perspective on looking for opportunities to step outside of your routines and find adventure everyday, whether that be jumping into a river or camping in the backyard.“Whenever I go over a bridge, I've just got this habit of looking down out of the car or out the train to see is that a good river for canoeing, for swimming or is that a good secret spot to camp?”The book I recommend you check out is Alastair's Microadventures. In our discussion, Alastair mentions ACT or Acceptance Commitment Therapy and the book, The Happiness Trap which have helped hi re-frame his life.My daughter, Allie, and I are currently reading Alastair's book, The Girl Who Rowed the Ocean which is a book for children based on Alastair's experiences rowing the Atlantic.One extra thing I like is Alastair's idea of using his phone's home screen to prompt him to think about stoicism throughout his day (he used to use it to describe how long he'd have to run to burn off a pint of beer which was quite alarming).You can't out-run a doughnut!If you'd like to find out about Alastair's other books, films or contact him, here are some links that will get you there:Alastair's websiteAlastair's booksInstagramTwitterYouTubeHope you have a great week, and enjoy your caffeinated beverage :-)Big HugRichPhoto credit: Alastair Humphreys This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thedadmindset.com

This week I am so happy to have Isaac Lee back with me and the topic we are talking about is vulnerability. Isaac has become a favourite on the podcast and the topics that he brings for us to discuss. Below is some information about Isaac and how you can connect with him :)Principal PsychologistMaster of Professional Psychology, Monash UniversityPostgraduate Diploma of Psychology, Monash UniversityBachelor of Psychological Science, Latrobe UniversityThe team at Functional Minds is led by our principal psychologist, Isaac Lee.Isaac is a generally registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and has previously been a committee member for the Melbourne Branch.Isaac's passion for the field of psychology comes from wanting to help people, to have a positive impact on those he interacts with, and to always be learning more about people, the brain, and the world.Isaac works in a person centred approach, within a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy framework with elements of Mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Schema Therapy.Isaac is particularly interested in helping people with depression, anxiety, bipolar, and gender dysphoria, although he is always looking for new experiences, and is keen to help all of his clients in the best way possible.Functional Minds Psychology - We're here to help Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ACT staat voor Acceptance Commitment Therapy. Het zegt: Ga doen wat je moet doen, zijn wie je wilt zijn, en maak ruimte voor ongemak en pijn. In deze aflevering doe ik een oefening met je die ik onlangs in één van mijn trainingen heb gedaan. Ook voor jou een hele effectieve oefening als jij vaak door dezelfde reden afhaakt als het gaat om afvallen, leven naar je waarden en je doelen bereiken.

Stress is part of being a parent of someone on the spectrum. Let's be clear. It is not our kids that are stressing us out…it's trying to figure out how to support our children that is stressful. Do you need help managing your stress? Shannon Penrod gives tips for knowing what your stress level is and how you might choose to deal with it. Therapies like Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and more are discussed, as well as other methods to reduce stress. It is important to manage stress as it will have an impact on all the things that matter most. Recorded Live 10am PT August 31st, 2022 #AutismSpectrumDisorder #Autism #autismpodcast https://www.autismnetwork.com   Shannon Penrod's book is out now! Order from the link below! Autism Live's Link Tree Pre-Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod!  Click Here for Autism Live on Apple Podcast   Autism Live on Twitch Autism Live on Spotify Autism Live on IHeartRadio Autism Live on Amazon Audible

We talk with clinician Ian Zettervall about the basics of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, a transdiagnostic behavioral therapy for SUDs and Mood Disorders, which he uses often in his practice. Tune in and hear about it!

Today's podcast episode looks at long-term serious injuries, the psychological impact and helpful strategies to help you manage your mental health during the rehabilitation process and afterwards.  My guest, doctor of occupational therapy, Keagen Hadley has recently released a book called Torn: Overcoming the Psychological Challenges Post-ACL Injury which we go on to discuss too.   Keagan shares his backstory, the motivation behind writing his book, his definition of mental toughness when faced with a long term serious injury, like an ACL.  We also chat about Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a potentially helpful solution and much more.  Key Learning Points: Keagan didn't intend to write a book initially however he found it became a cathartic process helping him process his thoughts and emotions. He personally had two long term ACL injuries which occurred whilst playing American Football, as well as experiencing battles with depression and anxiety. Being part of the group was difficult for Keagan when he was injured. His identity of who he was shifted hugely. Mental toughness in this context is about learning to face and sit with difficult thoughts and emotions. Seeking support and discussing your problems is important to process the emotions. Acceptance Commitment Therapy helped Keagan greatly during the difficult times and is something he advocates in his work with athletes too. Connect with Keagan Hadley LinkedIn Website  BOOK: Torn Overcoming Psychological Challenges Post ACL  Connect with David Charlton Download THE FOCUSED ATHLETE CHECKLIST Join David @ The Sports Psychology Hub Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn To Listen to the Full Podcast Episodes Ep011: Dave Algeo - Mental Toughness, Mental Health and High Performance Ep018: Kieron Brady - From Professional Football to Alcoholism Consultant Ep075: Grant Phyphers – How to Rebuild Your Identity Ep113: Polly Brennan – The Relationship Between Mental Fitness, Mental Health and Mental Toughness Ep124: Richard Dorney MBE - Supporting People: What Can You Learn About Resilience From The Military Other Useful Resources linked to Mental Health Blog - Make Better Decisions to Help Your Sport Performance Blog - 5 Ways to Create a Psychological Safe Sporting Environment Blog – 3 Tips to Deal with Bullying in Sport Blog – How to Find Your Why  Blog - Mental Health Guidance for Coaches When Supporting Athletes

SUMMARY:  In this episode, we talk with Lisa Coyne about ACT For mental compulsions.  Lisa Coyne addressed how to use Acceptance and Commitment therapy for overcoming mental compulsions. We cover how to identify your values using a fun little trick! In This Episode: How to use Acceptance & Commitment Therapy to manage mental compulsions How to practice Willingness in regards to reducing mental rituals and mental rumination  A fun little Value Based tool for identifying your values.  How to be curious instead of thinking in a limited way.  Links To Things I Talk About: Stuff thats Loud Stop Avoiding Stuff  https://www.newenglandocd.org/ ERP School: https://www.cbtschool.com/erp-school-lp Episode Sponsor: This episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit is brought to you by CBTschool.com.  CBTschool.com is a psychoeducation platform that provides courses and other online resources for people with anxiety, OCD, and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors.  Go to cbtschool.com to learn more. Spread the love! Everyone needs tools for anxiety... If you like Your Anxiety Toolkit Podcast, visit YOUR ANXIETY TOOLKIT PODCAST to subscribe free and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like Your Anxiety Toolkit, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two).   EPISODE TRANSCRIPTION This is Your Anxiety Toolkit - Episode 287.  Welcome back, everybody. I am so excited. We are at Episode 6 of this six-part series of how to manage mental compulsions. You guys, we could not end this series with anyone better than Dr. Lisa Coyne. I don't know if you've heard of Lisa Coyne. I bet you, you probably have. She is the most wonderful human being.  I have met Lisa, Dr. Lisa Coyne multiple times online, never in person, and just loved her. And this was my first time of actually getting to spend some really precious time with her. And, oh my gosh, my heart exploded like a million times. And you will hear in this episode, you will hear my heart exploding at some point, I'm sure. I am so honored to finish out the six-part series with Lisa. This series, let me just share with you how joyful it has felt to be able to deliver this as a series, as a back-to-back piece of hope. I'm hoping it has been a piece of hope for you in managing something really, really difficult, which is managing mental compulsions. Now, as we finish this series up, I may or may not want to do a recap. I'm not sure yet. I'm going to just see where my heart falls, but I want to just really first, as we move into this final part of the series, to remind you, take what you need. You've been given literally back-to-back some of the best advice I have ever heard in regards to managing mental compulsions. We've got world-renowned experts on this series. You might have either found it so, so educational and so, so helpful while also feeling sometimes a little bit like, “Oh my goodness, there's so many tools, which one do I use?”  And I really want to emphasize to you, as we finish this out, again, so beautiful. What a beautiful ending. I almost feel like crying. As we finish it out, I really want to remind you, take what you need, take what's helpful, or – well, I should say and – try all of them out. Practice with each of the skills and the concepts and the tools. See what happens when you do. Use them as little experiments. Just keep plugging away with these skills and tools. Because number one, they're all evidence-based. I very carefully picked the experts on this series to make sure that we are bringing you evidence-based, really gold standard treatment. So, that's been a priority. Just practice with them. Don't be hard on yourself as you practice them. Remind yourself, this is a long-term journey. These are skills I still practice. I'm sure everyone who's come on the show, they are still practicing them. And so, I really want to send you off with a sense of hope that you get to play around with these. Be playful with them. Some of them will be we've giggled and we've laughed and we've cried. So, I want you to just be gentle as you proceed and you practice and remind yourself this is a process and a journey.  That being said, I am going to take you right into this next part of the six-part series with Dr. Lisa Coyne. This is where we bring it home and boy, does she bring it home. I feel like she beautifully ties it all up in a ribbon. And I hope it has been so helpful for you. Really, I do. I want this to be a resource that you share with other people who are struggling. I want to be a resource that you return to when you're struggling. I want it to be a place where you feel understood and validated. And so, thank you so much for being a part of this amazing series. That being said, let's get over onto the show, and here is Dr. Lisa Coyne. ------ Kimberley: I literally feel like I'm almost in tears because I know this is going to be the last of the series and I'm so excited. I had just said this is going to bring it home. I'm so excited to have Dr. Lisa Coyne. Welcome. Lisa: Thank you. It's so nice to be here with you, Kim. Hi, everyone. What is a Mental Compulsion? Do you call it a Mental Compulsion or a Mental Ritual?  Kimberley: Yes. So, first of all, the question I've asked everybody, and I really am loving the response is, this is a series on managing mental compulsions, but do you call them mental compulsions, mental rituals, rumination? How do you conceptualize this whole concept? Lisa: I would say, it depends on the person and it depends on what they're doing. I call them any number of things. But I think the most important thing, at least for me in how I think about this, is that we come at it from a very behavioral perspective, where we really understand that-- and this is true for probably all humans, but especially so for OCD. I have a little bit of it myself, where I get caught up in the ruminations. But there's a triggering thought. You might call it a trigger like a recurrent intrusive thought that pops up or antecedent is another word that we think of when we think of behavior analysis. But after that thought comes up, what happens is the person engages in an on-purpose thing, whatever it is that they do in their mind. It could be replacing it with a good thought. It could be an argument with yourself. It could be, “I just need to go over it one more time.” It could be, “I'm going to worry about this so I can solve it in advance.” And that part is the part that we think of as the compulsion. So, it's a thing we're doing on purpose in our minds to somehow give us some relief or safety from that initial thought.  Now the tricky part is this. It doesn't always feel like it's something we're doing on purpose. It might feel so second nature that it too feels automatic. So, part of, I think, the work is really noticing, what does it feel like when you're engaging in this activity? So, for me, if I'm worrying about something, and worry is an example of this kind of doing in your mind, it comes with a sense of urgency or tightness or “I just have to figure it out,” or “What if I--” and it's all about reducing uncertainty really.  So, the trick that I do when I notice it in me is I'll be like, “Okay, I'm noticing that urgency, that tension, that distress. What am I up to in my head? Am I solving something? Is that--” and then I'll step back and notice what I'm up to. So, that's one of my little tricks that I teach my clients. Kimberley: I love this. Would you say your predominant modality is acceptance and commitment therapy? What would you say predominantly you-- I mean, I know you're skilled in so many things, but what would you-- Lisa: I would say, it's funny because, yeah, I guess you would. I mean, I'm pretty skilled in that.  I'm an ACT trainer. Although I did start with CBT and I would say that for OCD, I really stick to ERP. I think of it as the heart of the intervention, but we do it within the context of ACT. ACT for Mental Compulsions  Kimberley: Can you tell me what that would look like? I'm just so interested to understand it from that conceptualization. So, you're talking about this idea. We've talked a lot about like, it's how you respond to your thoughts and how you respond and so forth. And then, of course, you respond with ERP. What does ACT look like in that experience? I'd love to hear right from your mouth. Lisa: Okay. All right. So, I'm going to do my best here to just say it and then we'll see if it sounds more like ACT or it sounds more like ERP. And then you'll see what I mean when I say I do both of them. So, when you think about OCD, when you think about anxiety, or even maybe depression where you're stuck in rumination, somebody is having an experience. We call it a private event like feeling, thought, belief that hurts, whatever it is. And what they're doing is everything that they can to get away from that. So, if it's OCD, there's a scary thought or feeling, and then there's a ritual that you do.  So, to fix that, it's all about learning to turn towards and approach that thing that's hard. And there's different ways you can do that. You can do that in a way where you're dialing it in and you're like, “Yeah, I'm going to do the thing,” but you're doing everything that you can to not feel while you're doing that. And I think that's sometimes where people get stuck doing straight-up exposure and response prevention. It's also hard.  When I was a little kid, I was really scared to go off the high dive. I tell my clients and my team the story sometimes where it was like a three-meter dive. And I was that kid where I would be like, “I'm going to do it. All the other kids are doing it.” And I would climb up, I'd walk to the end of the board, freak out, walk back, climb down. And I did this so many times one day, and there's a long line of other kids waiting to get in the water. And they were pissed. So, I got up and I walked out to the end of the board and I was like, “I can't.” And I turned around to go back. And there was my swim coach at the other side of the board with his arms crossed. I was like, “Oh no.” Kimberley: “This is not the way I planned.” How do you apply Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for OCD and Mental Compulsions?  Lisa: And he is like, “No, you're going.” And I went, which was amazing. And sometimes you do need that push. But the point is that it's really hard to get yourself to do those really hard things sometimes when it matters. So, to me, ACT brings two pieces to the table that are really, really important here. You can divide ACT into two sets of processes. There's your acceptance and mindfulness processes, and then there's your commitment and valuing processes, which are the engine of ACT, how do we get there?  So, for the first part, mindfulness is really paying attention on purpose. And if you want to really learn from an exposure, you have to be in your body, you have to be noticing, you have to be willing to allow all of the thoughts and sensations and whatever shows up to show up. And so, ACT is ideal at shaping that skillset for when you're in the exposure. So, that's how we think of it that way.  And then the valuing and commitment is, how do you get yourself off that diving board? There has to be something much more important, bigger, much bigger than your fear to help motivate you for why to do this hard thing. And I think that the valuing piece and really connecting with the things that we most deeply care about is part of what helps with that too. So, I think those two bookends are really, really important. There's other ways to think about it, but those are the two primary ways that we do ERP, but we do it within an ACT framework. Using Values to manage Mental Compulsions Kimberley: Okay. I love this. So, you're talking about we know what we need to do. We know that rumination isn't helpful. We know that it creates pain. We know that it keeps us stuck. And we also know, let's jump to like, we know we have to drop it ultimately. What might be an example of values or commitments that people make specifically for rumination, the solving? Do you have any examples that might be helpful?  Lisa: Yeah. I'm just thinking of-- there's a bunch of them, but for example, let's take, for example, ROCD, relationship OCD. So, let's say someone's in a relationship with a partner and they're not sure if the right partner is. Are they cheating on me? Are they not? Blah, blah, blah, blah. And it's this like, “But I have to solve if this is the right person or not. Am I going to be safe?” or whatever the particular worry is. And so, one of the things that you can do is once folks notice, they're trying to solve that. Notice, what's the effect of that on your actual relationship? How is that actually working? So, there's this stepping back where an ACT, we would call that diffusion or taking perspective self-as-context, which is another ACT, acceptance, and mindfulness piece. And first of all, notice that. Second of all, pause. Notice what you're up to. Is the intent here to build a strong relationship, or is the intent to make this uncertainty go away? And then choose. Do I want to work on uncertainty or do I want to work on being a loving partner and seeing what happens? Because there's so much we're not in charge of, including what we're thinking and feeling. But we are in charge of what we choose to do. And so, choosing to be present and see where it goes, and embracing that uncertainty. But the joyfulness of it, I think, is really, really important. So, that would be one example.  Kimberley: I love that example. Actually, as you were saying, I was thinking about an experience of my own. When your own fears come up around relationship, even you're ruminating about a conversation or something, you've got to stop and be like, “Is this getting in the way here of the actual thing?” It's so true. Tell me about this joy piece, because it's not very often you hear the word joy in a conversation about mental compulsions. Tell me about it. Lisa: Well, when you start really noticing how this is working, and if you're willing to step back from it, let it be, and stay where you are in that uncertainty, all sorts of new things show up. Stuff you never could have imagined or never could have dreamed. Your whole life could be just popping up all of these possibilities. In that moment you stop engaging with those compulsions, you could go in a hundred different directions if you're willing to let the uncertainty be there. And I think that that's really important.  I want to tell a story, but I have to change the details in my head just for confidentiality. But I'm thinking of a person who I have worked with, who would be stuck and ruminating about, is this the right thing? I could make decisions and how do I-- for example, how do I do this lecture? My slides need to be perfect and ruminating, ruminating, ruminating about how it works. And one day they decided, “Okay, I'm just going to be present and I'm just going to teach.” And they taught with a partner. And the person themself noticed like, “Wow, I felt so much more connected to my students. This was amazing.” And the partner teaching with them was like, “I've never seen you so on. That was amazing.” They contacted this joy and like, “This is what it could be like.” And it's like this freedom shows up for you. And it's something that we think we know. And OCD loves to know, and it loves to tell you, it knows the whole story about everything. And it's more what you get back when you stop doing the compulsions if you really, really choose that. It's so much more than just, “Oh, I'm okay. I noticed that thought.” it's so much more than that. It's like, yes, and you get to do all this amazing stuff.  Kimberley: Right. I mean, it's funny. I always have my clients in my head. When someone says something, I'm imagining my client going, “But like, but like...” What's the buts that are coming? Lisa: And notice that process. But see, that's it. That's your mind, that's their minds jumping back in being like, “See, there it is again.” Kimberley: Yeah. Lisa: And what if we just don't know? Using Curiosity to Stop Mental Compulsions  Kimberley: And this is what I love about this. I agree with you. There have been so many times when I've dropped myself out of-- I call it being heady and I drop into my body and you get this experience of being like, “Wow.” For me, I can get really simple on like, “Isn't it crazy that water is clear?” I can go to that place. “Water is clear. That is incredible.” You know what I mean? It's there to go to that degree. But then, that's the joy in it for me. It's like, “Wow, somebody literally figured out how to make this pen work.” That still blows my mind.  Lisa: I had a moment. I started horseback riding again for the first time in literally-- I've ridden on and off once a year or something, but really riding. And actually, it was taking classes and stuff for the first time in 30 years. And they put me in this class and I didn't know what level it was. I just thought we were just going to walk around and trot and all that stuff. Plus, she starts setting up jumps. And I was like, “Oh my God, this is old body now. This is not going to bounce the way it might have been.” It's what means all these 15-year-olds in the class. Kimberley: Wow. Lisa: I'm third in line and I'm just on the horse absolutely panicking and ruminating like, “Oh my God, am I going to die? Should I do this? What am I going to do? Should I tell her no? But I want it and I don't know what I'm going to--” and my head was just so loud. And so, the two girls in front of me go. And then I look at the teacher and I go, “Are you sure?” It's literally the first time I've ever done in 30 years. She just went-- she just looked at me. And I noticed that my legs squeezed the horse with all of the stuff rolling around in my head. And I went over the jump and it was, I didn't die. It was really messy and terrifying. Oh my God, it was so exciting and joyful. And I was so proud of myself. That's what you get-- Kimberley: And I've heard that from so many clients too.  Lisa: It's so awesome.  Kimberley: I always say it's like base jumping. It's like you've got to jump. And then once you've jumped, you just got to be there. And that is true. There is so much exhilaration and sphere that comes from that. So, I love that. What about those who base jump or squeeze the horse and they're dropping into discomfort that they haven't even experienced before, like 10 out 10 stuff. Can you walk me through-- is it just the same? Is it the same concept? What would you advise there? Lisa: So, I think it's important to notice that when that happens, people are not just experiencing physical sensations and emotions, but it's also whatever their mind is telling them about it. And I think this is another place where ACT is super helpful to just notice, like your mind is saying, this is 10 out of 10. What does that mean to you? That means like, oh my gosh. And just noticing that and holding it lightly while you're in that 10 out of 10 moment, I think, is really, really helpful.  So, for example, I have a really intense fear of heights where I actually freeze. I can't actually move when I'm on the edge of something. And I had a young client who I've worked with for a while. And as an exposure for her, but also for me as her clinician to model, we decided. She wanted me to go rock climbing with her, which is not something I've ever done, ever, and also fear of heights. So, I kept telling myself, “Fear of heights, this is going to suck. This is going to be terrible. This is going to be terrible.” And there was also another part of me interested and curious.  And so, what I would say when you're in that 10 out of 10 moment, you can always be curious. So, when you're like, “Oh my gosh, I'm really scared,” the moment you're unwilling to feel that is the moment it's going to overwhelm you. And if you can notice it as a thought, “I'm having the thought, I don't think I can handle this. I don't think I'm going to survive this,” and notice it and be curious, let's see what happens. And so, for me, I noticed interestingly, even though I'm terrified of heights, I wasn't actually scared at all. And that was a shocker, because I was full sure it was going to be the worst thing ever.  And so, notice the stories your mind tells you about what an experience is going to be and stay curious. You can always be curious. And that's going to be, I think, your number one tool for finding your way through and how to handle those really big, unexpected, and inevitable surprising moments that happen in life that are really scary for all of us. Kimberley: Right. And when you say curious, I'm not trying to get too nitpicky on terms, but for me, curiosity is, let's experiment. I always think of it like life is a science experiment, like let's see if my hypothesis is true about this rock climbing. Is there a way that you explain curiosity? Lisa: Yeah. Well, that's part of it, but it's also part like what you were describing. Isn't water cool? It's more than, is this true or not true? That's so narrow. You want, “No, really? What does this taste like?” And that's the mindfulness piece. Really notice all of it. There's so much. And when you start doing that, you'll find-- even if you do it outside of exposure, for example, as practice, you start to notice that the present moment is a little bit like Hermione's purse in Harry Potter, where you think it's this one thing, and then when you start to expand your awareness, you notice there's tons of cool stuff. So, in these big, scary moments, what you might see is a sense of purpose or a sense of, “Holy crap, I'm handling this and I didn't think I could. Wow, this is amazing,” or “I'm really terrified. Oh my gosh, my nose itches.” It could be anything at all.  But the bottom line is, our bodies were meant to feel and they were meant to experience all the emotions. And so, there is no amount of emotion or fear or anything that we are not built to handle. Emotions are information. And to stay in the storm when it's such a big storm, when OCD is ramping you up, it teaches the OCD, “Actually, I guess I get to stand down here eventually, I guess I don't need to freak out about this so much. Huh, interesting. I had no idea.” I don't know if that's helpful or not.   Kimberley: No, it's so helpful. It is so helpful because I think if you have practiced curiosity, it makes sense. But for someone who maybe has been in mental compulsions for so long, they haven't really strengthened that curiosity muscle. Mindfulness for Mental Compulsions Lisa: That's so true. So, start small. Don't start in the storm. Start with waking up in the morning and noticing before you open your eyes, what do you hear? How do the covers feel? Do you hear the birds outside your window? Start with that. And start in little moments, just practicing during the day. Start a conversation with someone you care about, and notice what your mind is saying in response to them, what it's like to notice their face. Start small, build it up, and then start practicing with little tiny, other kinds of discomfort. Sometimes we'll tell people like impatience. When you're waiting in line or in hunger or tiredness, any of those, to just bring your full awareness to that and be like, “What is it like inside this moment right now?” And then you can extend that to, “Okay. So, what if we choose to approach this scary thing? What if we choose to just for a few seconds, notice what it feels like in this uncertain space?” And that's how you might begin to bring it to rumination, be curious about what was the triggering thought. And then before you start ruminating or before you start doing mental rituals, just notice the first thought, and then you don't have to answer that question. And there's different ways to handle that, but curiosity is the beginning. And then stopping the compulsion is ultimately, or undoing it or undermining it in some way is going to be the other important piece. Kimberley: I'd love to hear more about commitment. I always loved-- when I have multiple clients, we joke about this all the time. They'll say, “I had these mental compulsions and you would be so proud. I was so proud. I was able to catch it and pull myself back into the present. And yes, it was such a win. And then I had another thought and you'd be so proud of me. I did the same thing. And then I had another thought and...” Lisa: You're like, “Was that the show that you just did right there?” It's sneaky, huh. Kimberley: And so, I'd love to hear what you're-- and maybe bring it from an ACT perspective or however you would. It's like you're chugging away. “I'm doing good. Look at me go.” But OCD can be so persistent. Lisa: It's so tricky.  Kimberley: And so, is that the commitment piece, do you think? What is that? How would you address that?  Lisa: So, if I'm getting your question right, you're asking about, what do we do when OCD hijacks something that you should do and turns it into a ritual? Is that what you're asking?  Kimberley: Yes. Or it just is OCD turns up the volume as like, “No, no, no, no. You are going to have to tend to me or I'm not going to stop,” kind of thing. Lisa: Yes. That is a commitment piece. And it's funny because there's different ways that I think about this, but it's almost like a little child who has a tantrum. If you keep saying yes, every time they make the tantrum bigger, it's going to end up being a pretty big tantrum. And OCD loves nothing more than a good tantrum. Kimberley: So true. Lisa: And so, the thing you have to do is plan for that and go, “Yeah, it's going to get loud. Yeah, it's going to say whatever it needs to say, and it's going to say the worst thing I can think of.” And I have had my clients call this all sorts of different things like first-order thoughts, second-order thoughts, just different variations on the theme where it's going to ramp up to hook you in. And so, really staying very mindful of that and making a promise to yourself.  One of my clients who helped us a lot in teaching but also in writing stuff that's loud, Ethan, I think said it in this really elegant way. He said, make a promise to yourself. That really matters, even if it's small. It doesn't matter how big it is. But one of his first ones was, under no circumstances, am I going to do X the compulsion? And keep that promise to yourself because if you-- anybody who ever woke up and didn't want to get out of the bed in the morning because, “Ah, too tired, it's too early. I don't really want to go to the gym.” If you know you're in that conversation with yourself about, “Well, maybe just one more minute,” you've already lost. And so, this is a good place again for that ACT piece of diffusion. Noticing your mind or your OCD or your anxiety is pulling you into, “Ah, let's just see if we can string you along here.” And so, what needs to happen is just move your feet and put them on the floor. Don't get into that conversation with yourself. And having that commitment piece, that promise to myself with the added value piece, that really matters. And one other thing that's sometimes helpful that I have-- I'll use this myself, but I also teach my clients, remembering this question: If this is a step towards whatever it is that's really important, am I willing to allow myself to feel these things? Am I willing? And remembering that as a cue. We're not here. It's never about this one exposure. It's about, this is a step towards this other life that you are fighting for. And every single step is an investment in that other life where you're getting closer and you're making it more possible, and just remembering that. I think that that's a really important piece. A Values Tool YOU NEED!  Kimberley: Yeah. It actually perfectly answered the question I had, which is, you're making a commitment, but what to? And it is that long-term version of you that you're moving towards or the value that you want to be living by. Would you suggest-- and I've done a little bit of work on the podcast about values. Maybe one day we can have you back on and you can share more about that, but would you suggest people pick one value, three values? How might someone-- of course, we all have these values and sometimes OCD can take things from us, or anxiety can take those things from us. How would you encourage someone to move in that direction? Lisa: Well, actually, do you want to do a fun thing? Kimberley: I do. Lisa: Okay. So, let's do-- Kimberley: I never would say no to that. I would love to. I'm really curious about this fun thing. Lisa: All right. So, do you like coffee or are you a tea person or neither? Kimberley: Let's go tea. I'm an Australian. If I didn't say tea, I would be a terrible Aussie.  Lisa: They'll kick you off. All right. So, Kim, think about in your life a perfect cup of tea, not just a taste, but a moment with someone maybe you cared about or somewhere that was beautiful or after something big or before something big, or just think about what was a really, really amazing important cup of tea that you've had in your life. Kimberley: Oh, it's so easy. Do I tell you out loud?  Lisa: Yeah. If you want to, that'd be great.  Kimberley: I'll paint you guys a picture. So, I live in America, but my parents live in Australia and they have this beautiful house on a huge ranch. I grew up on a farm. And we're sitting at their bay window and you're overlooking green. It's just rolling hills. And my mom is on my left and my dad is on my right. And it's like milky and there's cookies. Well, they call them biscuits. So, yeah. That's my happy place right there. Lisa: And I could see it in your face when you're talking about it. So, where do you-- does that tell you something about what's really important to you?  Kimberley: Yes. Lisa: What does it tell you? Kimberley: Family and pleasure and just savoring goodness, just slowing down. It's not about winning a race, it's just about this savoring. And I think there's a lot-- maybe something there that I think is important is the green, the nature, the calm of that. Lisa: Yeah. So, as you talk about that, what are you noticing feeling? Kimberley: Oh my God, my heart just exploded 12 times. My heart is filled. That was the funnest thing I've ever done in my whole life. Funnest is not a word. Lisa: What if you could build your life around moments like that? Would that be a well of life for you? Kimberley: I think about that nearly every time I make tea, actually. Lisa: That's how you would help your clients, and that's one way to think about values. Kimberley: Wow. That is so cool. I feel like you just did a spell on me or something. Lisa: You just connected with the stuff that's really important. So, when you think about if I had a hard thing to do, what if it was a step towards more of that in your life? Kimberley: Yeah. Lisa: You see?  Kimberley: It's so powerful. I've never thought that. Oh my God, that was gold. And so, that's the example. Everyone would use that, coffee or tea. Lisa: There you go. Just think about it. And it's funny because we came up with this in our team, maybe three months ago. We keep piloting just new little values exercise, but it's so funny how compelling it is. just thinking about-- gosh. Anyway, I could tell you about mine, but you get the point.  Kimberley: And you know what's so funny too and I will say, and this is completely off topic, there's a social media person that I follow on Instagram. And every time she does a live-- and for some reason, it's so funny that you mentioned this, I love what she talks about, but to be honest, I'm not there to watch her talk. The thing that I love the most is that she starts every live with a new tea and she'll pause the water in front of you. It's like a mindfulness exercise for me. To be honest, I find myself watching to see whether she's making tea. Not that this is about tea, but I think there's something very mindful about those things that where we slow down-- and the water example, she's pouring it and she's watching the tea. And for some reason, it's like a little mini-break in the day for me.  Lisa: I totally agree. It's like the whole sky, the cloud, and the tea and the-- Kimberley: Like Thich Nhat Hanh. Lisa: Yes. I can't remember the quote, but exactly.  Kimberley: Yeah. Oh my gosh, I love that example. So good. Well actually, if you don't mind, can you tell us your tea? Because I just would love to see if there's a variation. So, what would yours be? Lisa: It was funny because I think I did coffee the first time I did this, but then recently I just did a workshop in Virginia and I was like, “Oh my gosh, tea.” And what came to mind was, when I took my 17-year-old daughter tracking in the Himalayas to Nepal, because I wanted her. She was graduating from high school and I wanted to show her that you could do anything and she really wanted to go. We both really wanted to go to Ever Space Camp. And every morning after trekking nine, 10, 11 hours a day where you're freezing cold, you're exhausted, everything's hurting, and it's also amazing and beautiful, the guides would knock at our door and there would be two of them. And one of them would have a tray of little metal cups. And then the other one would say, “Tea? Sugar? Would you like sugar?” And they would make you, they would bring you, and this was how you woke up every morning, a steaming cup of tea. Sometimes the rooms were 20 below zero. And you'd get out of bed and you'd be so grateful for that warm cup of tea. And that was the tea I remembered. Kimberley: Right. And then the values you pulled from that would be what? Lisa: That moment, it was about being with my daughter and it was about showing her, modeling courage and modeling willingness and just adventure and this love of being in nature and taking a journey and seeing, “Could we do this? And what would it be like?” And just sharing the experience with her. It's just beautiful. And the tea is right in the center of that. So, it's almost not even about the tea, but it's that moment. It's that time and that experience. So amazing. Kimberley: So amazing. Thank you. I'm deeply grateful. That just filled my heart.  Lisa: I'm so glad. I feel so honored that you have had experience. I love that so much. Kimberley: I did. I always tell my clients or my kids or whoever is at-- when I was a kid, my mom, every afternoon when I came home from school, she'd say, “What's the one thing you learn at school today?” And so still, there's always one thing I learn and I always note it like that's the one thing I learned today and that was it. What an amazing moment.  Lisa: I'm so glad.  Kimberley: Okay. I love this. So, we've talked about mindfulness and we've talked about commitment. We've talked about values and we have talked about the acceptance piece, but if we could have just one more question around the acceptance piece. How does that fit into this model? I'm wondering.  Lisa: It's funny because I always feel like that acceptance piece, the word, it means to so many people, I think, tolerance or coping or let's just make this okay. And it doesn't mean any of those things. And so, I've moved more into thinking of it and describing it as, it's like a willingness. What is under the hood of acceptance and am I willing? Because you cannot like something and not want something and also be willing to allow it. And it's almost like this-- again, it involves curiosity about it. It involves squeeze the horse with all the stuff. Get the feet on the floor, even though you're having an argument that's in your head. And so, sometimes people think about it as a feeling and sometimes it is, but a lot of times, it's willingness with your feet. When you think about moms and infants in the middle of the night, I don't think there was ever a moment when I was like, “Oh yeah, the baby's crying at 4:00 in the morning. I'm so excited to get up.” I'm feeling in my heart, no. It's like you're exhausted and it's like the last thing you want to do and 100% you're willing to do it. You choose. And so, that's the difference. And so, I think people get tangled up, not just thinking of it as tolerance, but also waiting for a feeling of willingness to happen. And that's not it. It's a choice. Kimberley: It's gold. Lisa: Yeah, seriously. I mean, it's the same thing. I learn it every day. Trust me, when I fall out of my gym routine or my running routine and I'm off the willingness, and then I'm like, “Yeah, that's not it.” And I have to come back to it. So, it's something we all struggle with. And I think that's really important to know too, but ultimately, it's a choice, not a feeling. Kimberley: Okay. That was perfect. And I'm so happy. Thank you, number one. This is just beautiful for me and I'm sure the gifts just keep going and flowing from this conversation. So, thank you.  Lisa: Thank you for having me. Kimberley: Tell me where people can hear more about you and know your work? Lisa: Well, we're at the New England Center for OCD and Anxiety in Boston. We have recently opened in New York City and in Ireland. So, if anybody is in Ireland, call us, look us up. Kimberley: Wow. Lisa: Yeah. That's been really fun. And there's a few books we have. There's Stuff That's Loud written by Ben Sedley and myself. There's our newest book called Stop Avoiding Stuff with Matt Boone and Jen Gregg. And that's a fun little book. If anybody's interested in learning about ACT, it's really written-- the chapters are each standalone and they're written so that you could read them in about two minutes, and that was on purpose. We wanted something that was really pocket-sized and really simple with actionable skills that you could use right away. And then I have a new book coming out actually really soon. And no one knows this. Actually, I'm announcing this on your show. And I am writing it with my colleague, Sarah Cassidy-O'Connor in Ireland. We are just doing the art for it now and it's a book on ACT for kids with anxiety and OCD.  Kimberley: When is this out? Lisa: Good question. I want to say within the year, but I don't remember when. Kimberley: That's okay.  Lisa: But look for it and check out our website and check out Stuff That's Loud website. We'll post it there and let folks know. But yeah, we're really excited about it. And it'll be published by a UK publisher. So, it's really cute. So, I think the language will be much more like Australia, UK, Ireland for the US, which is really fun because I have a connection to Ireland too. But anyway, there you go.  Kimberley: It's so exciting. Congratulations. So needed. It's funny because I just had a consultation with one of my staff and we were talking about books for kids. And there are some great ones, but this ACT work, I think as I keep saying, there's skills for life.  Lisa: It really is. Kimberley: So important. How many times I've taught my child, even not related to anxiety, just the ACT skill, it's been so important. Lisa: Yeah. Mine too. I think they're so helpful. They were just really helpful with flexibility in so many different areas. Kimberley: Right. I agree. Okay. This is wonderful. Thank you for being on. Like I said, you brought it home.  Lisa: We'll have our cups of tea now. Kimberley: We will Lisa: So nice to talk to you, Kim.  Kimberley: Thank you. Lisa: Thank you.

Themes: Psychological Flexibility, Acceptance Commitment Training, Mindfulness, Language, Relational Frame Theory Summary: When I started mapping out this podcast, I created a short list of dream guests and near the top of that list was Dr. Steven Hayes. Dr. Hayes is a psychologist, researcher, writer, and developer of Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Relational Frame Theory, and Functional Contextualism. He is one of the highest impact psychologists, not only in the world, but in the history of the field of psychology. The author of 47 books and over 650 scientific articles. His work is vital to how I live my life and essential to all that we do at Pathly. This conversation is quite simply one of the coolest moments of my life. It's such a powerful conversation I had to share it with my Pathly brother Mathew Lazarus. We're so glad that you're here now to share in this conversation with us too... Links: Dr. Steven Hayes' Website Order A Liberated Mind: How to Pivot Toward What Matters Find Pathly! Follow Pathly on Instagram

Ep#103  Today's guest has a truly inspiring story of self healing and personal empowerment.  If you've ever felt dismissed, ignored or not believed about a health issue or chronic struggle or perhaps been told, “it's too late for you to change”, “it's all in your head” ; you are going to want to listen to my conversation with Dawn Cady.  Dawn was a chronic pain sufferer for 31 years and used to take 13 painkillers a day. She learned how to walk again even though doctors told her she would be disabled for the rest of her life.  Her personal health challenges drove her to learn everything she could about treating chronic pain, illness and disease.Dawn Cady is Holistic Certified Specialist, Multi-Award-Winning Pain Expert, Australia's Premiere Pain Freedom Coach, Founder, and Owner at Alleviate Pain Inc. since 2016.  Dawn is also highly specialized in Emotional Freedom Technique, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Process Work, Energy Work, and Explain Pain Methods.It took 15 years of research, trial and error but in 2014 Dawn created The Neural Alignment Method®, a multi-award-winning process that unites over 120 of the world's best healing tools and techniques.Check out her Website:  https://www.alleviatepain.com.auJoin her FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/alleviatepainauFree EFT Tapping Script "Direct Tap on Pain": https://bit.ly/3v3n9YkFree e-book "6 Stages of Healing" https://sixstagesofhealing.alleviatepain.com.au/ebook

This time on the Behavioral Corner; “We all get angry, and that's ok. It's the behavior that follows that's the problem.” So says licensed Anger Management therapist Arlene Foreman. She explains how Will Smith should have reacted that night in Hollywood.-------------------The Behavioral Corner Podcast is made possible by Retreat Behavioral Health. Learn more - https://www.retreatbehavioralhealth.com

These is Special 10-part series Healing to the path of success, guests would share part of their stories, struggles, the faith, the dark and light that they had to navigate to this point, the now.Dawn Cady is Holistic Certified Specialist, Multi-Award-Winning Pain Expert, Australia's Premiere Pain Freedom Coach, Founder, and Owner at Alleviate Pain Inc. since 2016.Dawn was a chronic pain sufferer for 31 years and used to take 13 painkillers a day. She learned how to walk again even though doctors told her she would be disabled for the rest of her life.In 2014 Dawn Cady created The Neural Alignment Method®, a multi-award-winning process that unites over 120 of the world's best healing tools and techniques.The Neural Alignment Method® successfully passed 2 years of clinical trials and was incorporated into Alleviate Pain online and offline programs.Dawn is also highly specialized in Emotional Freedom Technique, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Process Work, Energy Work, and Explain Pain Methods.Her expertise is to guide people on how to break the cycle of their suffering so they can be free to be who they want to be with ease, clarity, and power. FREE access to "The Power of Emotional Healing" by Dawn Cady for your audience. They should apply coupon alexbalgood at checkout (-100% discount).Program link to enroll:https://www.alleviatepain.com.au/dawncady/painprogram/the-power-of-emotional-healing-eft/ If you want to get in contact with Dawn Cady, click below:Social Media:Facebook Dawn Cady: https://www.facebook.com/DawnCadyPainCoachFacebook Alleviate Pain: https://www.facebook.com/helpingyouhealyou/LinkedIn Dawn Cady: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawncady-alleviatepain/ Website: https://www.alleviatepain.com.au/ If you want to connect and know more about me and my podcast: Leap of Healthyou can find me at :www.alexbalgood.comFacebook @AlxBalgood and @leapofhealthwithalexbalgoodInstagram @AlexbalgoodYoutube @AlexBalgoodBuy on Amazon Book: Parents, Our Greatest Teachers by Alex Balgood available on paper bag & kindle version and Barnes and Noble Books#alexbalgood, #alwaysmoving, #author, #creatingwealth, #gutbrain, #healer, #healeverything, #healing, #intuition, #intuitivehealing, #leapofhealthpodcast #healthyli, #livingmybestlife #quantumheali, #nutrition, #nutritioncoach #massagetherapy, #nutritionistlife

Carly Taylor shares her personal journey with PMDD and Acceptance Commitment Therapy coaching. She has kindly shared a tip sheet filled with simple techniques you can use straight away. Please reach out to either of us and we can send to you. If you would like to get in touch with Carly please visit her website www.carlytaylorcoaching.com.au or instagram @carly_taylor_coachingIt is my hope and the purpose of this podcast to create awareness, connect others, educate and offer tools for action so that anyone that is affected by PMDD feels supported and not alone.If you would like more information about PMDD please visit the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders website: www.iapmd.orgIf you have any questions or would like to come onto the podcast as a guest to share your experience with PMDD please email me at thepmddpodcast@gmail.com or connect on instagram @adriana.fudge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode, Mimi and Alegra talk about the basics of obsessive compulsive disorder, what it looks like to treat the very disorder she suffered from, and social justice from a therapist's perspective. Alegra is an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist who received my Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.  She currently practices in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and Eating Disorders. Her clinical work focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness skills training for adults, adolescents, and children. Prior to her work in private practice, Alegra worked as a psychotherapist at The OCD Center of Los Angeles specializing in the treatment of OCD, BRFB's and anxiety disorders across the life span. She also trained extensively in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with an emphasis on Exposure & Response Prevention, at the UCLA Adult OCD Intensive Outpatient Program, where she assisted in providing hands-on ERP with clients experiencing moderate to severe OCD. Additional clinical experience includes Alegra's work as a counselor at The Maple Counseling Center in Beverly Hills, where she provided individual therapy and couples therapy for clients struggling with anxiety disorders, depression, grief, and complex trauma. In addition to clinical experience, Alegra has a lifetime of experience as a human being.  Her passion for OCD treatment, education, and advocacy comes from her own personal experience with the disorder.  She understands firsthand the relentlessness of the disorder and how painfully it holds one's life captive.  Alegra also understands that relief and recovery are real with a large dose of evidence-based treatment and an equally large dose of willingness.

In today´s episode I discuss my three top tips for overcoming anxiety. These are based on my own personal experience and the principles of Acceptance Commitment Therapy. I hope you enjoy. If you find it helpful, please subsribe and leave us a five star rating on Itunes.  Want to get my free video course for OCD and anxiety? All you need to do is head over to my website www.robertjamescoaching.com and sign up for the monthly newsletter. Here I will provide you with information about the podcast, personal stories and recommendations for overcoming anxiety and more.  Or you can find me on Instagram @robertjamescoachinguk Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.    

Dr. Steven C. Hayes, the principal researcher of Relational Frame Theory (RFT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) joins the ACT natural Podcast to tell us about ACT, its applications, how it can be used to improve lives, how it can improve Applied Behavior Analysis, a little about it origins, and much, much more. At the halfway point in the podcast we transition into a live stream that was hosted by Mindful Behavior, where questions posed by members of the Mindful Behavior group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1632453700219502 ) are answered by Dr. Hayes. For access to articles and research relating to ACT & RFT, please go to https://contextualscience.org/. You must sign into the website to access these materials. There is no required cost to join, although donations are suggested and accepted.  Intro & Outro song is The Path Less Traveled (Instrumental) by J Scott Rakozy (License #: 8486276769) courtesy of Audiio.com

In today's episode, we cover Acceptance Commitment Therapy with Dr. DJ Moran. Dr. Moran has a Ph.D. in Psychology, is the founder of Pickslyde Consulting and the MidAmerican Psychological Institute, and has helped thousands of people and hundreds of companies develop the skills for keeping vital commitments. Nothing will hit as hard as life will, so what can we do to better handle those hits and come back stronger and better equipped to handle the future while also striving to be the best versions of ourselves? What to Listen For What is Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and how can it help you deal with all the challenges and setbacks life throws at us? What is psychological flexibility and why do we all need it so life doesn't crush us in difficult moments? What are the biggest challenges when it comes to changing our behavior and how can ACT help you overcome them so you can live the life you want? What questions do you want to ask yourself to figure out what changes you need to make and can make so you can be the best version of yourself? What can you do to take control of your life and lead a life based on your values rather than someone else's values or society's values? What is the Mindful Action Plan and how can you use it to implement ACT in your life to make the behavioral changes you want? What is counter-conditioning and how can you use it to embrace discomfort and “negative” emotions so you can start leading the life you want? A full range of human emotions is necessary to lead a fulfilling life, but many of us associate certain emotions with negativity, thus leading us to avoid or suppress feeling those emotions. Consequently, we then avoid the events or activities that lead to us feeling those emotions when those events and activities could be exactly what we need in order to grow as individuals, professionals, friends, lovers, etc. It's important to be able to accept all of your emotions and develop a comfortable relationship with them and yourself so you can lead the life you want. A Word From Our Sponsors Share your vulnerabilities, victories, and questions in our 17,000-member private Facebook group at theartofcharm.com/challenge. This is a unique opportunity where everyone — both men and women — celebrate your accountability on the way to becoming the best version of yourself. Register today here! Resources from this Episode Dr. DJ Moran's website Mindful Action Plan pdf AoC Podcast: Dr. Steven Hayes | The Art of Leading a Fulfilling Life Check in with AJ and Johnny! AJ on Instagram Johnny on Instagram The Art of Charm on Instagram The Art of Charm on YouTube

In this episode, therapist Andrew Kerbs and I chat about about pain avoidance, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, target fixation, and values. We also touch briefly on religious trauma. In our conversation, Andrew and I… reveal that most people live from a place of pain avoidance discuss the limiting paradigm of symptom reduction as a measure of success in mental health treatment discuss the over-prescribing of psychiatric medication, especially to young boys, and how meds potentially prevent us from feeling the very things we want to feel speculate on humans' reduced ability to cope with trauma and discomfort discuss the weaknesses of popular therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) talk about target fixation discuss how we can do what we want, stay aligned with our values, AND simultaneously feel like shit speak to toxic positivity and how we cannot think our way out of discomfort touch on religious trauma and how religion perpetuates pain avoidance reveal the “miracle question” every person can ask themselves to stay aligned with their values even in the midst of discomfort Subscribe! Follow @iamlindseylockett Support the show Join the Trauma Healers Circle

My guest today is a world leader on how to be a better human being in today's challenging world through the application of Acceptance Commitment Therapy. Her work is equally applicable to adults and adolescents who are in possession of a human mind.  My guest today is Dr Louise Hayes. Highlights from today's podcast are:1:12 Louise's philanthropic work in the Himalayas7:40 Clinical psychology, ACT & psychological flexibility11:55 The problem with hiding from your feelings17:14 The western cultural shift towards controlling our experience19:49 The spilt between western science and eastern philosophy21:48 Contextural behavioural science – a philosophy of science26:36 How your past influences your present and future30:52 ACT as a process-based therapy31:30 Inside-skin versus outside-skin control strategies39:46 ACT for the whole developmental cycle47:06 ACT for mental health challenges for adolescents55:12 Evidence-based treatments for depression and anxiety58:05 advice for parents with teenagers who are struggling1:01:00 How many questions is it ok to ask your kids when they get home from school?You can find out more about Louise and get some free resources from https://dnav.internationalHer awesome book for teenagers is: Your Life Your Way Another great book is : Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life for Teens: A Guide to Living an Extraordinary Life

Are you an introvert or an extrovert or somewhere in between? Perhaps an ambivert who is someone who has a balance of both introvert and extrovert features in their personality. Ambiverts are more able to adapt to a lot of people across the personality spectrum. Having an insight into what your personality type is can help you know the right self-care you need.  In this episode, we learn how understanding what your personality is plays a fundamental part in creating balance in your life. We deep dive into the different techniques on how to bring back your balance in different areas of your life.  The best relationship starts with yourself. So the more you know yourself, the better your external relationships are going to be.  TOPICS WE DISCUSSED INCLUDE: Having strong boundaries (2:52) Know what your values are (3:49) Micro-moments for ourselves (5:02) Being the role model for your kids (7:58) Respect and manners (8:18) Monkey see, monkey do (9:12) It's okay to make mistakes (9:55) Ambivert personality (10:23) Extroverts (12:00) Introverts (12:15) Being more aware of who you are (15:02) Start with auditing your life (18:10) Understanding what your personality is (18:23) Techniques on bringing back your balance (19:30) The power of your thoughts (19:43) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (20:10) Acceptance Commitment Therapy (20:16) Ho'oponopono: The Hawaiian Forgiveness Ritual (20:56) Mindfulness (21:19) Know what your triggers are (21:48) Becoming more aware of your emotional responses (23:30) The only control we have is over our thoughts (24:37) Self-awareness brings about positive change (25:42) Taking emotion out of the memory (26:00) We're all a work in progress (28:45) Your thinking is related to how out of balance we are on a cellular level (30:18) It all starts with your thinking (32:30) Changing “should” to “could” (35:39) Turning negative energy to positive energy (39:50)   CONNECT WITH TRACIE KELLY Connect on LinkedIn  Connect on Facebook CONNECT WITH ELAINA MULLERY HappyNurse.com.au Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Subscribe to my Youtube channel

Tracey Noonan, LICSW, HUD-VASH Program Manager, discusses giving yourself the soothing gift of self-care, through the use of personal acknowledgement and informed tips associated with Acceptance Commitment Therapy.