Increasing communication, decreasing conflict, and finding ways to express our emotions more accurately... these are some of the ways that validation can be a secret superpower.
In this episode, Danni and her guest, Kate Exelby (Brighton Secondary School Youth Worker) explore the power of validation, and how simple changes in communication with our young people can decrease stress and reactivity, improve relationships and create a calm, safe space for connection.
Disclaimer:
Although we will be chatting about psychology and wellbeing, the content of this podcast is for educational purposes only, and does not constitute therapy. Nor is this podcast intended as a substitute for professional mental health or medical care. Please seek assistance from a qualified mental health or medical professional to obtain advice or psychological treatment that is tailored to your specific needs.
Lifeline Australia: free, 24 hour crisis support via telephone/webchat/text. 13 11 14. https://www.lifeline.org.au/
Beyond Blue: free 24 hour mental health support via telephone/webchat/text. 1300 22 4636. https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
For further information about Validation:
https://psychcentral.com/blog/emotionally-sensitive/2012/02/understanding-the-levels-of-validation#1
https://raisingchildren.net.au/teens/communicating-relationships/communicating/conflict-management-with-teens
Linehan, M. (2015). DBT Skills Training Manual, Second Edition. The Guilford Press, New York.
Linehan, M. (2015). DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets, Second Edition. The Guilford Press, New York.
Shenk CE, Fruzzetti AE. The impact of validating and invalidating responses on emotional reactivity. Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology. 2011;30(2):163–183.
