Summary of Donald Altman's The Mindfulness Toolbox

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#1 A mindfulness vocabulary that doesn’t rely on the word mindfulness or meditation can be extremely helpful for clients who may be resistant to meditation. You can expand your vocabulary by using metaphors like getting in the zone, paying attention, and observing with non-judgment.

#2 The ancient Sanskrit word sati was used to define the ability to observe things with a sense of bare awareness. In other words, just noticing things for what they are without adding or subtracting anything.

#3 There are many ways to describe mindfulness, such as opening to the moment, noticing the truth of change, an open-hearted acceptance of this moment, and so on.

#4 When working with clients, therapists should always try to find the right word or phrase to help them grasp mindfulness. The process of brainstorming other words or phrases can help clients identify the one that works best for them.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: May 11, 2022
• ISBN: 9798822514522

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Contents

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Insights from Chapter 2

Insights from Chapter 3

Insights from Chapter 4

Insights from Chapter 5

Insights from Chapter 1

#1

A mindfulness vocabulary that doesn’t rely on the word mindfulness or meditation can be extremely helpful for clients who may be resistant to meditation. You can expand your vocabulary by using metaphors like getting in the zone, paying attention, and observing with non-judgment.

#2

The ancient Sanskrit word sati was used to define the ability to observe things with a sense of bare awareness. In other words, just noticing things for what they are without adding or subtracting anything.

#3

There are many ways to describe mindfulness, such as opening to the moment, noticing the truth of change, an open-hearted acceptance of this moment, and so on.

#4

When working with clients, therapists should always try to find the right word or phrase to help them grasp mindfulness. The process of brainstorming other words or phrases can help clients identify the one that works best for them.

#5

Having the right mindfulness vocabulary can create a bridge and build the therapeutic relationship. The words someone uses may also be a clue as to what mindfulness practices they will find most useful.

#6

There are many words and phrases that can help you get into the present moment. This list contains many different words and phrases that can help you leave stress, anxiety, and negative thoughts behind.

#7

It is very common for anyone learning mindfulness to have a running commentary in their head that may be admonishing them with thoughts like, I’m not doing this right, or I’ll never do this perfectly.

#8

After teaching the clients a mindfulness practice, explain to them that there is no being perfect when it comes to mindfulness. They should understand that mindfulness helps them explore the journey rather than being overly focused on the outcome.

#9

Mindfulness is more accurately called re-mindfulness. It is simply being aware of your mind and body, and the environment around you. It is not about stopping your thoughts, but simply noticing them.

#10

There are nine different learning styles that match up well with the mindfulness practice, and each person will find