MENDMAKER TECHNIQUE
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MendMaker Technique Sessions consist of exercises you can do or an action you can take that has been designed to make you feel instantly better. They have been written and created my your therapist and coach Claire Anstey.
These exercises or personal actions will gradually allow you to mend your heart and release the relevant negative emotion.
These sessions will enable you to see your world differently and see where you can make changes. Your blind spots will become apparent, and you will start to move through life differently.
For many, you will need a pen and paper. Each session is a different length, some 5 minutes, some 45. Clear instructions are given at the start of each task.
Session Style: Text Session
Our MendMaker Sessions offer you a piece to read and then they give you a worksheet or journaling style exercise to complete.
For many, you will need a pen and paper. Each session is a different length, some 5 minutes, some 45. Clear instructions are given at the start of each task.
Class Benefits Include:
Self-Reflection: Journaling exercises encourage deep self-reflection, allowing you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in a structured way.
Thought Patterns Awareness: Through CBT-based journaling, you can identify negative thought patterns and challenge them, promoting a more rational perspective.
Emotional Regulation: Journaling helps you understand and manage your emotions, leading to improved emotional regulation and resilience.
Problem Solving: CBT-based journaling prompts you to analyze challenges and develop effective strategies for problem-solving and decision-making.
Behavioural Change: Journaling facilitates tracking your progress and holding yourself accountable for implementing positive behavioural changes.
Self-Discovery: Inner work-focused journaling encourages self-discovery and understanding of your values, passions, and personal identity.
Positive Affirmations: By using positive affirmations in your journaling, you can reshape your self-image and cultivate self-compassion.
Stress Relief: Engaging in journaling exercises provides a healthy outlet for stress and anxiety, promoting a sense of relief and calm.
Goal Achievement: Journaling helps you set and track goals, breaking them down into manageable steps and celebrating your successes.
Empowerment: CBT and inner work-based journaling empower you to take charge of your mental well-being, fostering personal growth and transformation.
Time: 20 Minutes
Benefits: Joy, Connection, Healing
Method: Reading, Writing, Planning, Executing Actions
Time: 20 Minutes
Benefits: Emotional Release, Physical Relief, Inner Peace,
Method: Reading, Vocal Expression, Physical Movement.
Time: Flexible - 10 minutes to several hours, depending on introspection depth
Benefits: Self-Discovery, Clarity, Personal Fulfillment
Method: Journaling, Guided Introspection, Deep Questioning, Personal Reflection
Time: Variable, Starting with a 3-minute read
Benefits: Enhanced Mood, Increased Sociability, Stress Reduction
Method: Initial Reading and Engaging Activity
Time: Variable: 3-minute read followed by a 30 to 45-minute letter-writing exercise
Benefits: Enhanced Self-Esteem, Increased Self-Support, Emotional Resilience
Method: Guided Self-Reflection and Personal Letter Writing
Time: Variable, 3-minute read followed by 30 to 45 minutes for the exercise
Benefits: Goal Clarity, Self-Empowerment, Actionable Planning
Method: Personal Mission Statement Creation & Reflective Writing
Time: Variable, 3-minute read followed by 30 to 45 minutes for the exercise, with additional time as needed for personal reflection and creation
Benefits: Emotional Release, Coping with Grief, Personal Healing
Method: Written Reflection, Practical Exercise with Crafting
Time: 3-Minute read followed by 30 minutes for the exercise, with additional time as needed for reflection and transformation
Benefits: Shift in Perspective, Reduction in Negative Self-Talk, Enhanced Self-Love
Method: Reflective Writing & Cognitive Reframing
Time: 3-Minute read and then 15 minutes to schedule the exercise, followed by a 30-minute commitment
Benefits: Enhanced Mood, Increased Joy, Emotional Resilience
Method: Reading and Planning of an Activity
Time: Variable (depending on the extent of daily activities analyzed)
Benefits: Increased Motivation, Enhanced Goal Alignment, Improved Perspective
Method: Written Exercise
Time: Variable (depending on the time taken to engage deeply with the steps)
Benefits: Boosted Confidence, Enhanced Emotional Management, Reduced Anxiety
Method: Written Exercise, Visualization, and Emotional Anchoring
Time: 3-Minute read and then varies based on daily commitment
Benefits: Financial Empowerment, Reduced Debt Anxiety, Enhanced Money Management Skills
Method: Reading & Writing Exercise
Time: 20-30 Minutes
Benefits: Uncovering Root Causes of Jealousy, Enhanced Self-Esteem, Improved Emotional Intelligence
Method: Emotional Exploration, Self-Inquiry, Optional Journaling
Time: 15-20 Minutes
Benefits: Increased Self-Esteem, Positive Self-Recognition, Enhanced Personal Vibration
Method: Written Exercise, Reflective Achievement Listing
Time: 20-25 Minutes
Benefits: Enhanced Present-Moment Focus, Reduced Negative Self-Talk, Improved Emotional Awareness
Method: Writing Exercise, Self-Inquiry
Time: 10-15 Minutes
Benefits: Quick Mood Shift, Stress and Tension Relief, Enhanced Mindfulness
Method: Physical Movement (Can Do Seated), Focused Breathing
Time: 20-30 Minutes
Benefits: Reinforced Self-Worth, Enhanced Confidence, Emotional Recovery Support
Method: Writing Exercise, Achievement Listing
Time: 30 Minutes
Benefits: Reconnects with Inner Self, Enhances Self-Love, Promotes Emotional Healing
Method: Mirror Work Session, Affirmative Dialogue