DBT Resource Library

Wise Mind & Biosocial Theory

In this video, we explore two DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) concepts: Biosocial Theory and Wise Mind. Throughout the episode, you'll find practical examples, exercises, and strategies to apply these insights in your life.

00:00 Introduction and Mindfulness Exercise

02:50 Understanding the Bio-Social Theory

08:15 Practical Applications of Bio-Social Theory

16:25 Introduction to Wise Mind

19:15 Practicing Wise Mind

27:36 Conclusion and Next Steps

DBT ‘What’ Skills

This episode covers different methods of practicing mindfulness, such as meditation, movement, and contemplation through art and introduces the 'what skills' of mindfulness: observe, describe, and participate, providing practical tips and exercises to apply these skills in daily life.

00:00 Introduction to Week Three

00:14 Mindfulness Exercise: Seated Movements

08:00 Recap of Last Week's Lesson

09:02 Introduction to Mindfulness

12:58 Practicing Mindfulness: Techniques and Tips

18:48 The 'What' Skills of Mindfulness

28:44 Home Practice and Reflection

30:06 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview

The THINK Skill

Join us in this episode to explore the THINK skill, part of the interpersonal effectiveness module in DBT. Learn how to enhance your communication, empathy, and relationships by taking different perspectives in challenging interactions.

00:00 Introduction to the THINK Skill

09:06 Understanding Empathy and Interpretation

10:23 Noticing and Kindness in Relationships

11:44 Practical Tips for Practicing THINK

14:01 Examples and Applications of THINK

14:12 Understanding Empathy

14:31 Exploring Interpretations

15:09 Mindfulness and Noticing

15:28 Practicing Kindness

15:48 Story Time: Building Empathy

15:54 Reflect and Journal

17:03 Practical Applications at Home

18:24 Home Practice Assignment

18:59 Conclusion and Next Steps