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by Dr.Meghna varma
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy:
Ever feel overwhelmed by your current circumstances? Or perhaps you struggle with confidence or a sense of worth or motivation?
In such moments, we tend to lose touch with what's going on around us & become vulnerable to depression.
MBCT (Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy) allows you to clearly see the patterns of your mind & nip the negative thoughts in the bud. MBCT isn't just for people with anxiety, depression or other psychological disorders. It is for everyone looking for better quality of life. It is a proactive approach towards mental health rather than a reactive one.
MBCT combines cognitive therapy with
Mindfulness - based cognitive therapy builds upon the principles of CBT & teaches us to pay attention to our thoughts & feelings without judging ourselves. Its USP is that it doesn't force you to eliminate your emotions or experiences, rather it helps you see them in a new light, accept them & let them pass on
How will MBCT help yo
MBCT is a successful technique that can significantly improve your mental health by helping you
Discover your thought mood patter
Learn to be in the present & appreciate the moments of everyday li
Identify what makes you vulnerable to the downward mood spiral Have the freedom & control to focus your awareness on positive aspects of lif
Here are a few MBCT techniques you can try:
This is a quick exercise that help relieve stress.
The first minute is spent focusing on how you feel right now & what your thoughts are.
In the second minute you focus on your breath and In the last minute you expand your attention from your breath to your physical sensations.
This is guided meditation that involves lying still on your back with your palms facing up or sitting in a comfortable chair.
The facilitator brings the participant's awareness to their breath and then to different parts of their body.
