Motivational Interviewing and the Urge to Change
There are moments when part of you knows that something needs to change, but another part of you resists. You might want to cut back on drinking, set better boundaries, follow through on goals, or take better care of yourself, but you still find yourself doing the same things. This isn’t a lack of willpower. […]
Radical Acceptance: What It Is and What It Isn’t
Radical acceptance is a concept rooted in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), pioneered by psychologist Marsha Linehan. It refers to the complete and total acceptance of reality, as it is, without judgment, resistance, or attempts to change it. At its core, radical acceptance involves fully acknowledging and embracing the present moment, even when it is painful, […]
How to Identify Your Values
Are you acting in accordance with your values? What values do you consider most important in your life? Do these values actually align with how you’re living? When you’re feeling lost or stuck, identifying what your values are can help create a sense of meaning, direction, and can guide your actions. It can also […]