Psychological Flexibility | Mental Health Continuing Education
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The content segments discuss the concept of psychological flexibility and how to teach it to clients. Psychological flexibility involves accepting one's feelings and making conscious choices that align with one's values and goals. The goal is to help clients develop psychological flexibility so they can lead a rich and meaningful life.
To help clients visualize their rich and meaningful life, the speaker suggests creating a collage or advertisement called "destination happiness." Clients can include pictures of the people they want in their lives and write down realistic ways to create and nurture those relationships. The focus is on nurturing and creating meaningful connections with important people.
The content also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing cognitive distortions and unhelpful thoughts that contribute to distress. Clients are encouraged to challenge distorted thoughts and consider alternative explanations. They are also encouraged to engage in activities that promote well-being, such as good sleep, nutrition, exercise, social support, recreation, and relaxation.
The speaker emphasizes the need to observe, accept, and unhook from distressing thoughts and feelings. By recognizing that these thoughts and feelings will pass, individuals can create distance and consider alternative responses. The importance of making purposeful choices that align with goals and values is highlighted, as well as the significance of compassion for oneself and others.
Overall, the content provides strategies for developing psychological flexibility, addressing cognitive distortions, engaging in activities that promote well-being, and making purposeful choices to achieve a rich and meaningful life.
The content segments discuss the concept of psychological flexibility and how to teach it to clients