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EPISODE · Oct 9, 2025 · 58 MIN

Ep. 4 DBT Skills: The "What" and "How" Skills

from The Skills Podcast · host Faith Meyer and Meredith Meyer

Today, we explore the mindfulness "What" skills that support what we can do to get into the present moment, and the "How" skills that support how we can practice being mindful in any given moment and participate fully in life. Hosted by Faith Meyer, CEO Coach and Meredith Meyer, licensed marriage & family therapist and DBT-LBC™ Certified Clinician. Chapters: 03:00 – Observing — The Opposite of Multitasking 06:30 – Curiosity & Beginner's Mind 12:00 – Describing — Putting Words on What We Observe 17:30 – Participation 20:00 – Participation and Urge Surfing 30:21 – Nonjudgmental Stance 43:00 – Being One-Mindful 52:20 – Effectively — Doing What WorksReferences: https://www.theonpointpractice.com/theskillspodcast DBT 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/

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