Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg
Ep. 113 – A Liberated Mind with Steven C. Hayes
Dec 30, 2019
Psychology professor Steven C. Hayes and Sharon Salzberg discuss the impactful Relational Frame Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the power of saying words out loud, the influence of Western science on meditation, and the concept of psychological flexibility. They also lead a visualization exercise for connecting with a guide and integrating wisdom.
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Quick takeaways
- ACT combines acceptance, mindfulness, and behavior change processes to cultivate psychological flexibility.
- Psychological flexibility, rooted in ACT, helps individuals navigate modern challenges and build a more open, mindful, and compassionate world.
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Relational Frame Theory and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Relational Frame Theory (RFT) is a theory of language and cognition that provides a foundation for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). RFT explores why the human mind acts the way it does and plays a vital role in areas such as language development, raising IQ levels in children, and fostering empathy and compassion. ACT, on the other hand, combines acceptance and mindfulness processes with commitment and behavior change processes to cultivate psychological flexibility. This integrative approach aims to produce positive outcomes by helping individuals develop new ways of relating to their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
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