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Metaphors for Life

Metaphors for Life - an invitation to consider your own experience of relating to thoughts, feelings and actions from a different perspective. Encouraging psychological flexibility with content inspir... Read more

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#14 Dropping anchor with Russ Harris

#14 Dropping anchor with Russ Harris

Thanks to Russ Harris for his willingness to share this exercise, called "Dropping Anchor", in this guest post on the 'M... Read more

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#13 Illustrating your mind with Louise Gardner

#13 Illustrating your mind with Louise Gardner

In this guest post from professional Illustrator, Louise Gardner AKA @ACTAuntie on Twitter, and "Your ACT Auntie" on You... Read more

16 Oct 2018

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