what does ACT stand foracceptance and commitment therapywhat is the goal of ACTto create a rich and meaningful life while accepting the pain that inevitably goes with itact hexaflexpresent (past-future)
values (lack of direction)
committed action (inaction/stuck)
self as content (self as content)
defusion (cognitive fusion)
acceptance (experiential avoidance)what are the 4 act valueswork/education
leisure
relationships
personal growth/healthwhat is acceptance vs experiential avoidanceacceptance: feeling fully without defense
being aware of thoughts and emotions without trying to change themwhat is cognitive defusion vs fusioncognitive defusion: change the way you interact with or relate to your thoughts
-use of metaphors (thank you exercise, pushing hte clipboard exercise)