Episode 1: Mindfulness Is Not What You Think

In our very first episode, we give a detailed but concise introduction to DBT and explore the foundation of DBT: Mindfulness — but not in the way you might expect. Marlo, your assistant and guide, walks you through what mindfulness really means and how to begin practicing it in everyday moments — no meditation cushion required.

This episode includes two gentle mindfulness exercises and ends with reflective prompts you can bring to your next therapy session.

 

Key Takeaways:

• Mindfulness is about awareness, not perfection
• Simple, sensory grounding tools can help you stay present
• You’re doing the best you can — and you can build new skills, one breath at a time