When I get started with work in the morning, I usually check my email, deal with emerging issues, requests, Read More
When is Invalidation Unhelpful?
Back in May, I discussed invalidation and how it can sometimes be helpful. Now, I’d like to explore the Read More
When is Invalidation Helpful?
In DBT, we think one contributor (not the only one, of course) to the development of borderline personality disorder Read More
Harbouring Resentment?
I was recently thinking about a quote I read several years ago. It goes something like this: “Holding onto Read More
4-Day Work Week
In the mornings while I make breakfast, I normally listen to the radio, typically CBC Radio 1. Believe it Read More
Waves of the Mind
If any of you read this blog regularly, you’ll probably think it’s ironic that I made a big deal Read More
Mindfulness of Emotions
Whenever I’ve taught DBT, helped clients, or consulted with clinicians, the topic of mindfulness of emotions has come up Read More
A Waiting Place
The other day, I was waiting in a hospital emergency room with a family member. As we sat there Read More
Using Acceptance and Change to Deal with Challenging People
At various points in my life, I’ve had to deal with some pretty challenging people. Perhaps they’ve been (in Read More