Problem Solving Options
When life presents you with problems, what are your options?
(I hope no one choose number 4.)
1. To Problem-Solve:
2. To Feel Better About the Problem:
3. To Tolerate the Problem:
4. To Stay Miserable:
HOMEWORK:
Time for Pros & Cons
Can you create a chart listing the Pros & Cons of using skills vs not using skills?
(When creating your chart, think about your long term goals)
- Solve the problem
- Feel better about the problem
- Tolerate the problem
- Stay miserable!
(I hope no one choose number 4.)
1. To Problem-Solve:
- Use interpersonal effectiveness skills
- Use problem-solving skills from emotion regulation skills
2. To Feel Better About the Problem:
- Use emotion regulation
3. To Tolerate the Problem:
- Use distress tolerance and mindfulness skills
4. To Stay Miserable:
- Use no skills!!
HOMEWORK:
Time for Pros & Cons
Can you create a chart listing the Pros & Cons of using skills vs not using skills?
(When creating your chart, think about your long term goals)