Commonly Used Skills from My Mindful Behavior Therapy Coaching

Key Points:Mindful Behavior Therapy (MBT) combines elements from mindfulness practices, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Some common/important skills are:* Mindful Breathing: Using breath intentionally for focus, healing, relaxation, or energy; serves as an anchor to the present moment and a starting point for other skills.* Body Scan: Systematically directing attention through the body to increase awareness and release tension.* Mindful Observation: Paying attention to sensory experiences without judgment, using all senses beyond just sight.* Thought and Sensation Labeling: Recognizing thoughts as mental events rather than facts by labeling them (e.g., "worry thought," "planning thought"), creating space between experiences and thoughts about them.* STOP Technique: Stop, Take a breath, Observe what's happening internally/externally, Proceed with awareness.* Mindful Movement: Practices like walking meditation or gentle yoga that connect body awareness with movement.* Urge Surfing: Observing cravings or urges without acting on them.* Loving-Kindness Meditation: Developing compassion for self and others.Using these common skills simplifies making a change and improving your life. They are experiential and accessible to everyone. It’s all about self-improvement and making the world a better place! If you’d like to find out how I personalize skills for individuals, email me at [email protected] Well! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ashleydeluccia.substack.com/subscribe