ACT: Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Step into the soothing soundscape of "Sleepy Psychology," where we gently guide you into a state of deep relaxation and peaceful understanding. Each episode explores fascinating psychological theories, experiments, and figures, presented in a continuous, flowing narrative designed to calm your mind and prepare you for restful sleep. We delve into how these insights shape modern psychology and impact your individual life, offering tangible lessons for personal growth and harmony. Tonight, drift into the compelling world of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), pioneered by Steven C. Hayes. Discover its history and how this "third wave" approach helps us change our relationship with difficult thoughts and feelings, rather than fighting them. Explore ACT's six core principles—Cognitive Defusion, Acceptance, Contact with the Present Moment, Self as Context, Values, and Committed Action—and learn how these powerful insights can help you, much like our example of Cindy, navigate life's challenges, embrace discomfort, and build a life aligned with what truly matters to you. Let "Sleepy Psychology" be your nightly companion on the journey to a more relaxed and insightful you.