The Check the Facts exercise forces you to slow down and consider other interpretations of a situation that is causing you distress. You take a step back before reacting, then review your own thougths and feelings about the situation, consider other interpretations about the situation, and then consider more useful and skillful thoughts and feelings about the situation.

Learning to communicate needs clearly while maintaining self-respect in relationships. Relationships are one of the most common sources of emotional distress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Interpersonal Effectiveness skills help people communicate more clearly, set boundaries, and navigate conflict while emphasizing that you maintain your self-respect and attempt to maintain connection. These skills are especially helpful when emotions are strong and relationships feel s