PLEASE Skills: The Get Your Shit Together Basics

In this episode of the Wise Mind DBT Podcast, we dive into what we lovingly call “the get your shit together skills.” These foundational skills highlight how your body sets the foundation for your emotional world, and why tending to basic physical care is essential before trying more advanced DBT strategies. We focus on the first half of the PLEASE skills—P-L-E, which covers treating physical illness, balanced eating, and exercise.We explore the deep connection between body and mind, breaking down how unmet physical needs often lead to emotional instability. Maddy is especially excited because this is the one time of year she gets to use her Bachelor’s degree, and she is very PLEASED about it. Together, we discuss what it really means to treat physical illness early, how both what and when you eat affect your mood, and how movement acts as a stabilising force for emotional regulation.If you’ve ever felt “off” without knowing why, this episode explains how addressing physical basics might be the missing link.We’ve also released all upcoming 2-day, 5-day, and DBT group trainings.👉 All our resources for todays episode and training info and rego is now at www.wisemindcollective.com.auContact us: wisemindcollective.com.auOr Instagram + Facebook - Wisemind DBT Podcast Crisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy. It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges. Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.