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Metaphors for Life

Metaphors for Life

Written by: James Hardie CBT
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 Metaphors for Life - an invitation to consider your own experience of relating to thoughts, feelings and actions from a different perspective. Encouraging psychological flexibility with content inspired by the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). A collection of ideas, short stories, fables or parables designed to pose questions and help you navigate life using similes and metaphors. Using a bite-sized, 'Pause for thought' or 'Thought for the day' style format, rooted in the principles of psychological therapy and self help for improving mental health and wellbeing.All rights reserved Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • #14 Dropping anchor with Russ Harris

    #14 Dropping anchor with Russ Harris
    Nov 27 2018
    Thanks to Russ Harris for his willingness to share this exercise, called "Dropping Anchor", in this guest post on the 'Metaphors for Life' podcast. In his most recent book, this exercise was described as "the single most useful and versatile technique in the whole of ACT" (that is, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). Dr Russ Harris is a peer-reviewed ACT trainer, international speaker and author of self-help books including 'The Happiness Trap' and 'The Reality Slap', among others. Find out more about Russ Harris and his work, including online courses, here: www.actmindfully.com.au www.thehappinesstrap.com www.imlearningact.com
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    8 mins
  • #13 Illustrating your mind with Louise Gardner

    #13 Illustrating your mind with Louise Gardner
    Oct 16 2018
    In this guest post from professional Illustrator, Louise Gardner AKA @ACTAuntie on Twitter, and "Your ACT Auntie" on Youtube, we learn about her drawing of a human mind as a 'Safety Observing Sponge'. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLi8-Mi6eqA If you'd like to see more of Louise's work, check out www.louisegardner.com
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    3 mins
  • #12 Mental Traffic

    #12 Mental Traffic
    Aug 29 2018
    In episode #12 of the 'Metaphors for Life' podcast, we're reflecting on the idea that "thoughts in your mind are like vehicles on a road". To bring this to life I recorded this on location, near to where I live. I have posted a video to accompany this episode on YouTube - check it out! https://youtu.be/MKXG-2gck1Y It can be noisy and distracting to have cars and buses pass within earshot of where you live. Especially if you're trying to get on with the stuff in life that is important to you. I've had doubts about whether I could put up with it. My experience tells me that I do not have control over it - much as I might like to, I do not get to direct or control this traffic! I have also found it interesting to watch the traffic, taking a step back and noticing the various vehicles as they make their way past, for whatever reason. See how you get on!
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    10 mins
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