by Dr M Van Zyl | Jan 29, 2021 | What's New
In my precious articles I wrote extensively about the benefits of meditation. Unfortunately, as with everything in life, meditation can have adverse effects. In this article we will look at some possible negative outcomes from doing a meditation. However, meditation...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Jan 26, 2021 | What's New
Mindfulness practices originated in the East more than 2600 years ago, but it developed into a mainstream psychological practice. The benefits described includes better ability to handle depression and stress, improve concentration, emotional intelligence, and...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Jan 20, 2021 | What's New
To cry- especially in front of others- can be difficult for most of us but have a look at this blog that describes the benefits of crying. Benefits include that it builds a bond with others and gives release from difficult emotions. However, crying a lot can be a...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Jan 7, 2021 | What's New
Of the four modules of DB, this one can have the most impact on our lives. Interpersonal effectiveness teaches us how to interact with others in such a way that we get what we want. And importantly- that we have self-respect afterwards. This module also includes...
by Dr M Van Zyl | Dec 21, 2020 | What's New
The overall goal of emotional regulation is to reduce emotional suffering and it is the third Dialectical Behaviour Therapy module. We are of unaware of what we are feeling, and we respond automatically to our emotions if we are not aware of them. Mindfulness comes...
