DBT Challenge Day 2: Distress Tolerance

For Day 2 of our challenge, we are focusing on Distress Tolerance. Distress Tolerance is one of the skill modules in DBT, and it provides tools for how to cope when we are in distressing situations. This episode explores the distress tolerance skill of distraction. We talk about the big difference between distraction (which is helpful!) and avoidance (which is not helpful!). We also talk about three ways we can effectively practice distraction techniques. Listen to the end to hear your challenge assignment for the day. And, join me tomorrow for day 3 of our DBT challenge, when we will talk about interpersonal effectiveness skills.   Follow us on Facebook (@TaprootN) and Instagram (@taproottherapynyc). If you like what you hear, or have questions, comments, feedback, or anything else, email me at erin@taproottherapynyc.com. Let us know how you're doing with the DBT challenge! Reach out with any questions about your challenge assignments.