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What the Heck Is DBT?
- The Secret to Understanding Your Emotions and Coping with Your Anxiety Through Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills
- Narrated by: Derek Porterfield
- Length: 3 hrs and 31 mins
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Summary
You are an adult! It’s incredibly frustrating that you have got to this stage of your life, and you can’t communicate without losing your rage. But when this impacts your entire life, it’s time to change!
One drink seems like a typical, sociable idea. But that one drink turns into several. One second you are happy and having a great time. The next, you feel like like a bull in a China shop. Inevitably, you argue with someone!
This is just one of the hundreds of scenarios that could occur when intense emotions arise and take control of every rational part of your body.
At some point, social interactions are going to be a necessary part of our lives. Hiding from the rest of the world is appealing. But after a few days, boredom and emptiness will take over. If you aren’t careful, this is just the beginning of destructive behaviors.
Is your boss noticing? Is your family concerned? Have you lost one too many relationships because of your mood?
Everyone needs a little help with their emotions. However, conditions like borderline personality disorder, PTSD, anxiety, and depression are going to make emotions even more difficult to manage.
Everyone could benefit from therapy at some point. But where do you start?
In this guide to Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), you will discover:
- How Marsha Lineham, the founder of Dialectal Behavior Therapy, changed how we
treat some of the most harmful mental health conditions. - What makes DBT different from other therapies due to its unique four principles
- How mindfulness, a 2,500-year-old practice, got its revival and became a crucial
part of DBT. - Six guided meditations to help overcome everything from fear of abandonment to
impulsive behavior—plus four other mindful practices. - The impacts of stress on the body and how one nerve can improve your tolerance to
distress. - Seven distress tolerance exercises to prepare you for an emotional crisis.
- The meaning behind DBT acronyms like D.E.A.R.M.A.N. and F.A.S.T. that are going to
improve your social interactions. - How assertiveness and healthy boundaries will boost your interpersonal effectiveness.
- Free exercises for social skills assessment and understanding emotional triggers
- What it takes to develop the idealized wise mind.
- How to reframe negative thoughts into positive self-talk in three simple steps.
And much more!
Every day you are faced with challenges, and every day you fight through them. But these issues return stronger and stronger, no matter what you try.
Today, you might be in the darkest place you can imagine. You are struggling to make it through the day, let alone be happy.
It’s not that you don’t have the ability to turn your life around. It’s that you are missing the practical knowledge to do so. And here it is, at your fingertips!
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- Riza
- 28-01-23
Insightful
As a newbie to DBT, I had no means to join sessions, be it due to lack of time or coverage. So I got this book to learn more about it. The book is simple to understand, and I valued the author's personal experience and cand. It's a great resource for anyone, regardless if you're going solo, attending group sessions, or in individual therapy.
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- Mena
- 29-01-23
Very helpful and easy to follow!
This book will surely help you become emotionally intelligent! It will teach you different tips and techniques to properly manage your emotions. This is a must-book if you're looking for a resource to help you with your self-development. It is highly recommended!
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- Kojie
- 26-01-23
Easy to understand
I found this book to be very informative and enjoyable. As a beginner learning about DBT, it provided a detailed explanation of each aspect, making it easy to understand. I have been putting into practice many of the strategies discussed in the book, such as mindfulness practices and coping mechanisms for stress. I would recommend it to anyone looking to learn more about DBT and its advantages.
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- Milesss
- 27-01-23
Awesome book!
I like the fact that the book itself is very understandable and the ideas present were organized. If you are struggling with your emotions this book can be a huge help for you I really recommend this because you'll gain very helpful information. And also I like the narration it is very clear and understandable too.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-06-23
Insightful Guide for DBT therapy
I like the way the author has articulated the audio book as a roadmap, it guides and navigates you how to become independent and emotionally regulated via dbt therapy Its like a road map how to navigate in simple steps, I have purchased other books that make this matter complicated to understand. . I now have a better understanding how to take care of myself and why my thoughts create my reality. You will be equipped by the time you finish this audio and feel more at ease and peace. I have made so many notes and highlighted them, and I will definitely be implementing the advice. Highly recommend!
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- Jesse
- 02-02-23
Interesting and engaging
While looking for ways to handle emotional and mental health issues, I stumbled upon DBT and wanted to learn more about it. This audiobook provided the information that I needed. Not only is it informational, it is also engaging, and it's not tiring to listen to. Highly recommend!
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- Kat
- 08-06-23
Empowering!
This empowering audiobook takes you on a transformative journey of self-discovery, providing practical tools and insights to regain control over intense emotions. As a listener, you might experience a range of feelings, from frustration to hope, as you recognize the impact of your emotions on your life. Through Dialectical Behavior Therapy principles, mindfulness practices, and guided meditations, you find solace and empowerment, gaining the tools to manage stress, navigate crises, and improve social interactions. This comprehensive guide offers a lifeline toward emotional well-being and a brighter future.
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- Zero Point Field
- 06-06-23
A Very Interesting and Worthwhile Book
"What the Heck Is DBT?" is a comprehensive and insightful guide to understanding and managing intense emotions and anxiety through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles. DBT is defined as “a practical treatment that gives access to skills needed to handle the "extreme" ups and downs of your emotions. It encourages the reader to face their uncomfortable feelings and learn to manage them instead of avoiding them”.
Author, R.J. Miller explores individuals’ challenges when emotions become overwhelming and offer practical skills and strategies to regain control. The book details the four main skills to master in DBT, Mindfulness, Distress tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. These four core principles are explored in great detail.
According to the book DBT was first formulated as a therapy by Psychologist Marsha Linehan to treat individuals with chronic suicide cases who also suffer from BPD (borderline personality disorder). It differs from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in that it focuses on emotions rather than on rational thinking.
Readers are taught to use DBT acronyms to remember practical exercises to develop social skills, set healthy boundaries, and improve their overall well-being. TIPP, ACCEPTS, and IMPROVES, i.e., TIPP is an acronym for Temperature, Intense Exercise, Paced Breathing, and Paired Muscle Relaxation, and according to the author utilizing these skills (which are detailed in the book), at the appropriate time will alter the body chemistry and bring the person’s overwhelming emotions under control in a crisis.
This book is packed with science-based information, delivered concisely and clearly. It’s easy to understand, and for anyone struggling with intense emotions and anxiety, it offers a wealth of practical knowledge and exercises proven to produce real results over time,
A very interesting and worthwhile book.
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- Amazon_shopper
- 28-05-23
Learnt a lot!
A great introduction to dialectical behaviour therapy, also known as DBT. Jam packed with useful information and presented in an easy to understand manner. The tips on mindfulness and stress management were excellent, and the final chapter exercises to manage your emotions were explained well. Worth the listen!
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- Anonymous
- 01-02-23
Highly recommended!!!
I found it to be quite helpful. I was able to use the indicated practices, such as mindfulness and stress management because the material was provided in an understandable and clear manner. I would unquestionably suggest it to anyone who wants to learn more about DBT and its benefits. The book is really fantastic! Amazingly well done!
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