Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

  • Distress Tolerance Group and Individual Activities: Journey to Recovery Series

Distress Tolerance Group and Individual Activities: Journey to Recovery Series

Wednesday 26th September 2018

Learn practical tips on distress tolerance and mindfulness with Dr. Snipes in this episode of the Counselor Toolbox Podcast.
60 minutes
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Empowering
Hopeful
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Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
Author:
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Healing Relationships
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Building Resilience: Mastering Distress Tolerance with Dr. Snipes

Distress tolerance is a natural progression from mindfulness, because once you become aware of these distress-prone thoughts, these distressful feelings- distress, urges, urges to stop the distress that are sometimes not helpful distress-prone physical reactions, what you want and need and what you can and cannot control. You don't have to like it, you just have to accept that it is.
Ever felt overwhelmed by life's challenges and wondered how to cope better? This episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes' is just what you need. Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes dives into the concept of distress tolerance, offering practical advice for both group and individual activities that can help you manage life's inevitable ups and downs. She explains that while pain and distress are unavoidable parts of life, refusing to accept them only leads to more suffering. Instead, Dr.
Snipes encourages embracing these feelings and finding ways to tolerate them effectively. You'll hear about the role of mindfulness in distress tolerance, learning how to identify distress-prone thoughts and physical reactions. Dr. Snipes also discusses sublimation, a technique that involves channeling distress into positive activities, and the benefits of engaging in pleasant activities and relaxation exercises. The episode emphasizes the importance of being present and aware of your feelings, turning mindfulness into a powerful tool for managing distress. Dr.
Snipes provides valuable insights into how to help those struggling with addiction and emotional dysregulation, encouraging them to accept what they can and cannot control. She offers strategies for tolerating urges and physical reactions, making this episode a must-listen for anyone on a journey to recovery or those supporting someone who is.
Whether you're a counselor, coach, or someone personally dealing with these issues, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you build resilience and navigate life's challenges with greater ease.