Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy incorporates mindfulness practices into cognitive therapy. This is achieved through the use of stress reduction activities familiar with mindfulness, such as meditation and the use of breathing exercises.
By using these tools, therapists who practice mindfulness-based cognitive therapy are able to offer treatment for a variety of concerns, including depression. This allows for the person in question to address their negative thought patterns before they spiral out of control.
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What Is Mindfulness?
Mindfulness is the practice of being aware of your being in the present. Being mindful allows you to be fully present and understand how you feel, where you are, and what you are doing. This in turn provides allows you to not feel overwhelmed and react with a more present mind, bringing awareness and caring into what you do.
Mindfulness is innate, however, it’s not a trait that only few possess. It can be cultivated through a variety of techniques involving meditation and exercises. This can also include activities that promote a present mind such as yoga or sports. It’s a way of living, and not a simple exercise.
It does not require you to change. It simply recognizes who we are as persons and cultivates those qualities in a manner that allows you to grow as a person.
What To Expect During Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy provides you with the tools you need to identify constructive ways in which you can properly respond to negative thought patterns. These tools can include learning meditation techniques which allow you to process your feelings in a constructive way. It also involves learning the basics of cognition and how your thoughts make you feel.
By learning this tools, you can move away from automatic responses that could be perceived as negative. In turn, this will allow you to take action when negative emotions start and provides you with the tools you need to replace those thought patterns with others which are more positive.
Who Is Mindfulness Therapy Useful For?
Mindfulness therapy is useful for those who have recurring episodes of depression or unhappiness. It’s effective at treating a myriad of conditions, including anxiety disorders and addictions. By providing you the tools you need to process your feelings, you will be able to regain a mindset that will help you regain the life you wish to live.
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