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Acceptance & Commitment

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a modern form of psychological intervention that combines mindfulness and behavioral change strategies to help individuals live more meaningful lives. Developed in the 1980s by Steven C. Hayes, ACT is rooted in the principles of functional contextualism and emphasizes the importance of psychological flexibility. This approach encourages individuals to accept their thoughts and feelings rather than struggle against them, while also committing to actions aligned with their values.

Core Principles of ACT

ACT is built on six core processes that work together to enhance psychological flexibility:

1. Cognitive Defusion: This involves changing the way one interacts with thoughts and feelings. Instead of getting entangled in negative thoughts, individuals learn to observe them without judgment, reducing their impact.

2. Acceptance: ACT promotes the acceptance of internal experiences—thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations—rather than attempting to avoid or control them. Acceptance fosters a non-judgmental awareness that can lead to greater emotional resilience.

3. Mindfulness: Mindfulness practices are central to ACT, encouraging individuals to be present in the moment and aware of their thoughts and feelings without attempting to change them. This awareness helps create a space for individuals to choose their responses more deliberately.

4. Self-as-Context: This concept encourages individuals to recognize that they are more than their thoughts and feelings. By fostering a sense of self that is separate from one’s experiences, people can approach their inner experiences with greater flexibility.

5. Values Clarification: ACT emphasizes the importance of identifying personal values—what truly matters to an individual. By understanding their core values, individuals can set meaningful goals and take committed action towards achieving them.

6. Committed Action: This involves setting goals and taking steps that are consistent with one’s values. Committed action fosters a sense of purpose and fulfillment, even in the face of challenges.

Applications of ACT

ACT has been shown to be effective for a variety of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and stress-related disorders. It is utilized in individual therapy, group settings, and even in organizational contexts to enhance workplace well-being. The therapy is flexible and can be adapted to meet the needs of diverse populations, making it a valuable tool in mental health care.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy offers a unique and effective approach to mental health that prioritizes acceptance over avoidance and values-driven action over mere symptom relief. By promoting psychological flexibility, ACT empowers individuals to live more meaningful lives, even in the face of life's inevitable challenges. As awareness of its benefits grows, ACT continues to gain recognition as a powerful therapeutic approach in modern psychology.

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The US got a new, Indigenous-led marine reserve

In a first for the US, Indigenous communities have been made co-custodians of a vast new marine reserve off the coast of California.

Covering more than 4,500 square miles, the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (pictured) encompasses ecologically important waters off San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara. Blue whales, leatherback turtles and southern sea otters are among the species found there.

Plans for the sanctuary – the third largest marine reserve in the US – were unveiled at the weekend. It’s a victory for the Chumash Indigenous community, which long campaigned to have the waters protected. “This recognition is a crucial moment for our community,” said Violet Sage Walker, chairwoman of the Northern Chumash Tribal Council.

Though a management strategy for the reserve has yet to be published, conservationists welcomed the park’s creation.

“The sanctuary represents a new era of ocean management shaped through tribal collaborative co-stewardship, where traditional knowledge and practices are woven into federal management processes,” said Arlo Hemphill, a campaign lead for Greenpeace. “This historic measure protects wildlife while safeguarding sacred sites and embracing a model of ocean stewardship that respects the ancestral waters of the Chumash and other tribes.”

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Sometimes the universe takes you on a journey you didn’t know you needed, to bring you everything you ever wanted. Trust the plan.

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