Hannah Kanter

Ever have one of those days where it feels like everything is working against you? You might be hangry.   Welcome to Vulnerability Factors.   In Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), we talk about Emotion Regulation, and if you’ve ever felt your mood skyrocket for no apparent reason, this is for you. Enter the acronym HALT. This gem comes from the 12-step recovery world and stands for: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired.

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It’s easy to be hard on ourselves, especially when we’re navigating the effects of trauma. But self-compassion is about treating ourselves with the same kindness and understanding we would offer a friend. When we face our pain, it’s important to be gentle with ourselves. This means acknowledging our emotions without judgment and giving ourselves permission to feel whatever comes up.