#2: Session 1 > MBT What Is Mentalizing

🎙️ Episode 2 – Session 1: What Is Mentalizing?Welcome to the first real session of this MBT-i series.Today we begin at the core of everything: mentalizing — the ability to understand yourself, others, and the relationships between you.📌 What this session is about;Mentalizing means noticing your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and recognizing that other people also act from their own inner worlds.It’s about being curious, open-minded, and non-judgmental — even when emotions run high.When you can mentalize, you gain insight, self-control, and healthier communication.🔎 Real-life examples;You pause before reacting in anger and ask yourself, “What might this person be feeling right now?”You realise that someone’s silence doesn’t necessarily mean rejection — it could mean they feel anxious or unsure.📚 Why it matters;Mentalizing connects emotion with understanding.It helps prevent misunderstandings, keeps relationships balanced, and allows you to stay calm when things feel chaotic.✨ How MBT works with this;Throughout MBT you’ll practise a mentalizing attitude:Stay curious about yourself and others.Accept that you can never know exactly what someone else feels.Remember that emotions influence thoughts — and vice versa.💡 Practice from Session 1;Have a short conversation with someone close to you.Try to find out how their day really felt for them.Then write down:1️⃣ How you think they felt (and check if you were right).2️⃣ How it was for you to ask and listen.🌟 Core message;Mentalizing starts with curiosity.It’s not about being right — it’s about wanting to understand.By staying open, even in confusion, you begin the journey toward better self-awareness and deeper connection.