Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Reach Your Goals with Daniel J. Moran, PhD, BCBA-D
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Sep 26, 2023 Daniel J. Moran, coauthor of Finding Your Why & Finding Your Way, discusses using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to reach goals. They explore psychological flexibility, identifying values, setting wise goals, and the practicality of mindfulness and acceptance. The significance of ACT and building psychological flexibility is also emphasized.
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Psychological Flexibility Is Key
- ACT increases psychological flexibility by teaching you to distance from obstructive thoughts.
- It helps clarify values and accept emotions so you can act toward meaningful goals despite discomfort.
Use A Mindful Action Plan
- Create mindful action: purposeful, present-focused, committed behavior tied to values.
- Measure your actions (rate, duration) and train attention to stay on what matters despite distractions.
Map Your Life With An Atlas
- Build a Life Atlas by mapping life domains you care about and their mindful action plans.
- Prioritize which domains need attention and integrate plans to guide long-term direction.