Ep. 3 DBT Skills: Intro to Mindfulness & the 3 States of Mind

Welcome to Episode 3, where we begin our Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills exploration. In this episode Meredith Meyer, licensed marriage & family therapist and DBT-LBC™ Certified Clinician provides an introduction to Mindfulness and the concept of the Three States of Mind. Learning mindfulness helps create a foundation that all of the other skills will build on. Everything begins with awareness. Let's dive in! Chapters:01:52 – Overview of DBT Skills Modules 03:14 – Defining Autopilot — The Opposite of Mindfulness 06:39 – Defining Mindfulness and Practice as Presence 10:49 – Distractions and Returning Gently 17:16 – Past and Future Thinking 23:00 – Three States of Mind — Introducing Wise Mind 27:36 – Exploring Reasonable Mind and Emotion Mind 31:16 – Wise Mind 38:48 – Practicing Awareness and Gentle Labeling 42:53 – Letting Go of ‘Shoulds’ and Practicing ChoiceReferences: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastDBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition, Marsha M. Linehan https://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Manual/Marsha-Linehan/9781462556359Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or wellbeing.Connect with Meredith & Faith:Visit The Skills Podcast WEBSITE: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcastVisit the BLOG: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/blogFollow On Point Practice on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/onpointpractice/Follow The Skills Podcast on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theskillspodcast/ Connect with Meredith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmeyerlmft/Connect with Faith on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-meyer/