learning to accept thoughts and feelings. Ten deep breaths
By regularly practising this technique you will learn three important skills:
How to let thoughts come and go with out focusing on them
Recognise when you have been ‘hooked’ by your thoughts
How to gently unhook yourself and refocus your attention
I have more than 8 years of experience working with acceptance and commitment therapy. After studying psychology at university and completing my masters, I began training as an ACT therapist. After working in the NHS treating those with emotional health issues I decided to start up my own practice in Northampton. I love working with people, helping them to develop skills and ways of thinking that help them live more fulfilling lives.
When practicing this technique notice the distinction between your thinking self and your observing self. The observing self focuses on the breath your thinking self chatters away ... more