Meditation and mindfulness are effective ways to deal with stress that comes from within. It originates from our brain and nervous system, that for many years have practiced trying to protect us. This often happens automatically, based on past experiences, memories, and what we – consciously or unconsciously… Read More
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My body reacts before my thoughts Body–Mind Connection: What Comes First—Body or Thought? For me, it often begins in the body. I notice my shoulders lifting and a diaphragm that doesn’t quite drop, which makes it harder to take deep breaths. My tendency to hyperfocus means that… Read More
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When thoughts quickly become the whole reality Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an approach that helps you relate differently to your thoughts and emotions, so they no longer influence you in the same way—even when they feel true. Sometimes it happens fast. A thought appears, and suddenly… Read More
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In therapy, we sometimes say something that can sound almost a little provocative the first time you hear it: “You are not your thoughts.” Most people nod politely. At the same time, many are probably thinking: yes… but some thoughts really do feel completely true. And that’s not surprising. The… Read More
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The RAIN mindfulness approach offers a gentle way to meet inner resistance, which often begins as a clear “no” in the body. Sometimes it is dramatic — you suddenly feel tense and on edge. Other times, it is more subtle: a tightening or quiet friction you cannot quite… Read More
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Many people seek therapy hoping to get rid of distressing thoughts and painful emotions, which is deeply human. When something hurts, our instinct is to want it to stop. In practice, however, it is often our attempts to avoid discomfort that create the greatest difficulties over… Read More
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