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A Therapist Navigating Antidepressant Withdrawal: Nelson Lee on the Power of the Present Moment

Mad in America

That’s where some of the skills I’ve learned have come into practice — things like mindfulness. When I’m with a client, I have the awareness to know what’s showing up for me, and that gives me the ability to show up for them. Being mindful is really just being aware of it. Siem: What were those skills?

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Mindfulness Therapy and How to Apply It  

My Psychiatry

Mindfulness is a state of being conscious and aware of your thoughts, actions, feelings, surroundings, and sensations, free from judgment or distraction. All focus and intentions go to the present moment. A mindfulness habit is deliberate and cultivated through practice.

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The Power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Break Free from Negative Thoughts

Lightwork

Negative thought patterns can feel like an endless loop, trapping you in a cycle of self-doubt, anxiety, and emotional distress. The core of ACT lies in building psychological flexibility – your ability to stay present, open up to difficult emotions, and take action based on your values.

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Instead Of Looking For Root Causes Of Your Anxiety, Do This.

The Anxiety Guy

” This is a topic that resonates with many of our listeners who struggle with understanding whether they need to delve into their past to heal their present. ’ A simple and yet powerful approach to uncovering the causes of present anxiety. Let’s Dive in!

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Transform Your Anxiety With This Single Step

The Anxiety Guy

It’s time to break free from the shackles of anxiety and embrace a life filled with optimism and self-empowerment. Negative thinking can manifest in various ways, such as catastrophizing, overgeneralization, and self-criticism. This requires self-awareness and mindfulness of our thinking patterns.

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Taming The Inner Child: Responding To Irrational Fear Effectively

The Anxiety Guy

Responding to irrational fear and taming the frantic inner child takes intention, patience, and steady awareness. This practice involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment, which can help individuals become more aware of their bodily sensations and reduce the automatic reaction to them.

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10 Essential Tools for Managing Life Transitions

Lightwork

These practical strategies will give you the skills to: Process complex emotions Maintain stability during uncertainty Build stronger support networks Create sustainable self-care practices Let’s take a look at these tools that can turn difficult transitions into opportunities for growth and self-discovery.