Protesting seems to be the new black lately, and for good reason. There’s been no shortage of shenanigans in the form of oppression, injustice, and cruelty from those in power. In response, more and more of us are rising up and speaking out. Whether you’re hitting the streets or sharing truth bombs (and please makes sure it’s actually the truth) from the comfort of your couch, protesting mindfully is key to making an actual impact.
The Beginner’s Guide to DBT Mindfulness Skills Part 5: Nonjudgmentally
Now onto the “how” of mindfulness. As I shared earlier in this series, DBT Mindfulness has two main components: What you do (Observe, Describe, Participate), and How you do it (Nonjudgmentally, One-Mindfully, Effectively). We’ve made it through the What skills, now it’s time to dive into the How skills, starting with the real heavy-hitter: being nonjudgmental.