When we find ourselves getting caught in extremes, the DBT skill called Walking the Middle Path helps us re-calibrate.

 

Use this skill when you notice you are caught in binary thinking to find a way to move towards center. This episode explores common opposites:

 

Reasonable Mind vs. Emotion Mind

Doing Mind vs. Being Mind

Intense Desire of the Moment vs. Radical Acceptance of the Moment

Self-denial vs. Self-indulgence

 

For full show notes, visit our website: https://bayareadbtcc.com/podcast

 

​​DBT Skills Discussed

 

Wise Mind

Radical Acceptance

Check the Facts

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