PL3257

Introduction to
Clinical Psychology

Tutorial 5:
Emotional Regulation

Credits: Ms. Joanne Chua, Instructor

 Your Roadmap
1 2 3 4 5

The Client’s
CBT Guided Emotional Emotion
Social
Formulations Discovery Validation Regulation
Context

Tool: Tool:
Tool: Tool: Socratic Questioning Tool: 3 Minute Breathing
Vicious Cycles Genogram Empathy Space

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Group Presentation
Socratic Questioning
Questions &
Comments?
Emotion Regulation
Mindfulness as a Tool
Mindfulness – ‘Active noticing’
"Paying attention in a particular way: On purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally."

- Dr Jon Kabat-Zinn
 Mindfulness & regulation of emotions

“Could have…”
“Should have…”
“What if…”
“If only…”

• Regret • Anxiety
• Disappointment • Worry
• Sadness • Stress

You will only ever have the present moment.

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Headspace (Observer) Video

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Group Practice
Mindfulness of Breath

Find a comfortable upright position…

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Discussion & Sharing
1. What’s present for you right now?

2. What did you notice during the practice?

3. Did your mind wander away?

4. Was it challenging to bring your attention back?

What was your experience of that like?
Click Here for Audio Guide
Pair Practice
3 Minute Breathing Space

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3 Minute Breathing Space
Stepping out of autopilot mode, reconnecting with the
present moment

1. Being Aware (of what’s present)

2. Gathering & Focusing Attention
3. Expanding Attention

Click to watch Dr Zindel Segal unpack the 3MBS

Mindfulness is about…
• Turning off the ‘automatic pilot’
• Recognizing habitual patterns
• Having the freedom to choose your response

STIMULUS FREEDOM TO RESPONSE

CHOOSE

• Feel angry
Example:
• Shout back
Someone makes Mindfulness
• Withdraw
a ‘nasty’ comment
• Maintain calm
Choice

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What’s next?
Make everyday your favourite day.

😉
Good luck
for finals!