Celebrate the season finale with a focus on loving-kindness and compassion. Diana and Madeline discuss the importance of cultivating love and compassion in our daily lives and how these practices can transform our relationships and well-being.

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In this episode, Maddie and Diana Clarify the difference between being nice and being kind. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries and practicing self-care to maintain your well-being.

For more resources go to: http://www.suffering-optional.com or follow Diana @SufferingOptional on Instagram.

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In this episode, Diana and Madeline unpack the core assumptions of DBT. Discover how these beliefs—assuming good intentions, doing your best while striving for improvement, tackling problems you didn’t create, and acknowledging universal suffering—can enhance your approach to life.

For more resources go to: http://www.suffering-optional.com or follow Diana @SufferingOptional on Instagram.

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In this episode, Diana and Madeline bring humor and insight to dialectics and equanimity. Discover tips for ditching extremes and finding a balanced, colorful approach to life.

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In this episode, Diana and Madeline discuss the DBT skill of Effectiveness and its relation to the three flames of greed, hatred, and delusion in Buddhism. Learn how to see clearly and respond wisely in various situations.

For more resources go to: http://www.suffering-optional.com or follow Diana @SufferingOptional on Instagram.

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In this episode, Diana and Madeline explain the Describe Skill and its importance in separating facts from opinions. Learn about the 2nd foundation of mindfulness—identifying experiences as pleasant, unpleasant, or neutral. The great thing about these practices: They make everything feel less personal

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Join Diana Partington and co-host, Madeline Finn, for season 1 of their podcast: “Suffering Optional: Where DBT meets the Dharma”. Reduce your suffering through DBT skills and Buddhist wisdom. We’ll dive into mindfulness, dialectics and equanimity, overcoming cravings with the stop skill, practicing loving-kindness and compassion and so much more! Tune in for heartfelt conversations that offer practical tools and insights for navigating life’s challenges.

For more resources go to: http://www.suffering-optional.com or follow Diana @SufferingOptional on Instagram.

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Discover the power of the Stop Skill in this episode. Diana and Madeline explore different types of cravings and share practical tips for managing them with mindfulness and the Stop Skill.

For more resources go to: http://www.suffering-optional.com or follow Diana @SufferingOptional on Instagram.

Edited by: Hug House Productions