This is the first official Metaphor Monday talking about present moment awareness. Today's exercise is written by Megan Thompson Kates, 2013 - and comes from the Big Book of ACT Metaphors.  Enjoy ..read more

Today's Metaphor Monday exploration is a quick 2 minutes to highlight the difference between talking & listening as it related to you and your perspective of yourself and who's experiencing. This metaphor was designed by Russ Harris (2009) and comes from the Big Book of ACT Metaphors.  ..read more

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In today's episode of Just ACT, we explore inaction and its link to inflexibility. Inaction often stems from fear, perfectionism, fear of failure, avoidance, or overwhelm. We discuss how these patterns manifest in daily life and offer strategies for overcoming them, including mindfulness, values clarification, small steps, self-compassion, and accountability partners. By recognizing and challenging patterns of inaction, we can cultivate flexibility and embrace growth. Join us on this journey toward empowerment and transformation. Fusion Episodes: ⁠Diffuse? Defusion!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Leaves on a Stream Em ..read more

Today, we delve into the complexities of self-identity within relationships, building upon last week's exploration of personal growth through loss. Through Self-Expansion Theory, we journey into the depths of partnership, where shared experiences and divergent beliefs shape the tapestry of identity. Today's episode illuminates the path towards self-discovery amidst the shifting sands of identity in relationships. Connect: Website: www.bestillbeconnected.com Email: info@bestillbeconnected.com IG: @ashnfio ..read more

In this episode of the Just ACT podcast, we delve into the intricacies of self-concept and the transformative journey of navigating transitions within ourselves, particularly through the lens of pet loss. Through the exploration of attachment, identity reconstruction, and mental health implications of pet loss, the episode offers reflective questions for listeners to contemplate their own experiences. The conversation emphasizes the importance of embracing change, honoring memories, and fostering resilience in the face of loss. Join us next week for Part 2 as we further explore the nuances of ..read more

Welcome back to the Just ACT Podcast! In this episode, we explore "self as content" through the lens of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We examine how rigidly holding onto our conceptualized self can lead to suffering and limitations in our lives. Reflective questions are provided to delve into areas such as identity exploration, belief examination, and identity evolution. As we embark on the journey of self-discovery in the new year, let's remember that both resistance and acceptance have their place. The Observing Self with Values The Many Views of You www.bestillbeconnected.com C ..read more

In this episode, we delve into the concept of inflexibility regarding fusion in the context of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The episode closes with reflective questions and support listeners throughout with increasing awareness to areas that might be indicating fusion is present. Previous Defusion Episodes: ⁠Diffuse? Defusion!⁠ ⁠Leaves on a Stream Previous Present Moment Episodes: ⁠Present Moment Awareness⁠ ⁠Through the Senses⁠ Let's Connect: info@bestillbeconnected.com www.bestillbeconnected.com ..read more

In this episode, we delve into the concept of inflexibility regarding experiential avoidance in the context of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The episode closes with reflective questions to help listeners identify their patterns of avoidant behaviors, fostering awareness as the initial step toward greater personal flexibility. To access a worksheet with these questions, listeners are invited to become email subscribers here Previous Acceptance Episodes: Acceptance is a Function Experiential Avoidance: Be a Scientist Previous Present Moment Episodes: Present Moment Awareness T ..read more

In this episode, we delve into the concept of inflexibility regarding past and future thinking in the context of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The episode closes with reflective questions to help listeners identify their patterns of past and future attention, fostering awareness as the initial step toward greater personal flexibility. To access a worksheet with these questions, listeners are invited to become email subscribers here Previous Defusion Episodes: Diffuse? Defusion! Leaves on a Stream Previous Present Moment Episodes: Present Moment Awareness Through the Senses ..read more