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Cognitive Distancing

Cognitive Distancing

Cognitive Distancing involves creating a mental space between yourself and your thoughts, allowing you to observe them without attachment. This practice helps reduce emotional reactivity and fosters a clearer perspective, enhancing mindfulness and emotional well-being.

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Never Mind Your Mind

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An exploration into the science of thinking patterns, with simple yet practical tips, tools and metaphors to manage our unhelpful thoughts more effectively.

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Explore the art of observing your thoughts with compassion, transforming how you navigate life’s challenges through powerful metaphors and affirmations.

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Manage Stress & Anxiety With Wisdom - Lessons From Rome's Last Great Emperor

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Learn how the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius can help you live a life of virtue, clarity, and inner peace.

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3 days

Overcoming Anxiety & Panic Attacks With The DARE Method: Break Free & Live Fully

by Melina Offenburger

Transform anxiety & panic into confidence by learning to understand, defuse, and move through fear with the proven DARE Method.

Newest tracks

Browse the latest cognitive distancing tracks from our library.

5guided•8 min

5-Minute Reset For Overwhelmed Parents Of Autistic Kids

Sabrina

guided•60 min•

Sleep Reset - Calm A Racing Mind

Melissa Stefanski, PhD, LMBT

4.9talks•11 min•

ACT|CBT: Hands As Thoughts – Full (Never Mind Your Mind)

Reuben Lowe

4.7guided•14 min

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Deanna Saunders

4.8talks•6 min•

ACT|CBT: Hands As Thoughts - Reflect (Never Mind Your Mind)

Reuben Lowe

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Cognitive Distancing

Cognitive Distancing

Cognitive Distancing involves creating a mental space between yourself and your thoughts, allowing you to observe them without attachment. This practice helps reduce emotional reactivity and fosters a clearer perspective, enhancing mindfulness and emotional well-being.

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