Relationship mindfulness is a reflective practice that involves awareness of self in the context of other. The goal of relationship mindfulness is to slow down the process of interaction between you and your partner by taking time to “just notice”, i.e. observe and des...

Mindfulness practice is simply “time in” – a type of contemplative or reflective exercise. You can practice during a circumscribed period of time, as well as incorporate the practice “on-the-spot”, as you are engaged in day-to-day activities and interactions.

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Definition: Mindfulness is a state of heightened awareness of the present moment without judgment.

HEIGHTENED AWARENESS:  Awareness of both internal and external experiences and events.

PRESENT MOMENT AWARENESS: Awareness of what is happening now versus ruminating on the...

PART 2: NOTES ON STATES OF MIND

Simply put, your state of mind reflects your inner experience.  It represents the “what’s” of our mind and body.  What am I thinking, feeling, and sensing?  What action urges am I experiencing/what do I feel compelled to do?...

Part 2: Notes on Intervention

Basic technique is graded exposure with response prevention. Make sure it is not too graded and prolonged as it may minimize or negate effect.

Exposure involves independent, proactive, self-activation around targets of experiencing and toler...