03/16/2026
Dialectics: two seemingly opposite and paradoxical statements that are both true at the same time! š±
This is a core concept of DBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, which is an evidence-based treatment for people diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, but I think works for anybody.
By validating two opposite truths at the same time, weāre validating the mix of feelings behind those truths. And that validation can be the key to unlocking increased self-esteem, internal motivation, and deeper connections with others. š„
Original post from January 26, 2022