Thank you so much for your kind words! Your support means a lot to me and I'm glad you're finding value in the content. If there are any specific topics you'd like me to cover in future videos, feel free to let me know. I'm always looking for ways to improve and to provide content that resonates with the few people that have found my channel :-) Thanks again for being here, Camilla 💜
Good video and great information on ATT. Thank you for bringing the perspective of a therapist on MCT to RUclips. I upload ATTs with 3D stereo sounds for patients to practise. But I am a patient myself and wished I had some more information when I first started practising. So thanks again for your work!
Thank you so much for your feedback. I checked out your videos and they're great! If I ever do another video about ATT, I would love to refer to you videos for guided exercises if that's okay? We need to all work together to spread mental health awareness :)
I love this series. I have recovered from anxiety about my health, but I am struggling with anxiety about anxiety and I often feel physical anxiety symptoms without always knowing the trigger thought. The physical symptoms are uncomfortable and further drives my anxiety. I understnd that this type of anxiety is not uncommon. Could you do a video where you talk about meta anxiety?
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for your kind words about the series. I really appreciate that. It sounds like you've made significant progress in dealing with health-related anxiety - awesome job! 🙌 You're right that meta-anxiety is not uncommon. It's a form of anxiety where the fear of experiencing anxiety symptoms itself becomes a source of anxiety. This can create a cycle where anxiety feeds into itself, often leading to physical symptoms even when the initial trigger isn't apparent. I'd love to make a video about meta-anxiety for you. I'll add it to my last of upcoming topics. All the best Camilla 💜
I know exactly what you are talking about regarding experiencing anxiety without trigger thoughts. This could simply be a physiological phenomenon unrelated to any thought or event in your life. We have simply learned to associate and then label certain physiological phenomenon with emotional labels. With this sort of anxiety it is important to then notice thoughts which are triggered which would then induce thought triggered anxiety on top of the already present physiological phenomenon. Isn't that fun? :) Physical exercise, massage, nature, sunlight, watching dietary factors, maybe caffeine triggers it in you, etc. I am saying this sort of body based anxiety should be dealt with physically. In the morning, cortisol levels are higher which can produce the feelings of anxiety in the body.
It is difficult for me to differentiate between "healthy" attentional refocusing (so to speak) versus "avoidant" refocusing because somehow in both there is an underlying distraction from internal stimuli... Would the difference lie in an attitude of openness to internal experiences? Thanks for this videos, I´m really enjoying them.
That's a great question, and it certainly can be challenging to differentiate between the two. You're spot on that the key lies in the attitude, intention, and outcome. Healthy refocusing means consciously directing your attention to something constructive. It's not about escaping from your internal experiences, but rather about managing them in a way that is not detrimental to your mental health. This approach is consistent with mindfulness principles, where you acknowledge and accept your internal experiences but choose not to be consumed by them. Avoidant refocusing, on the other hand, is about escaping or denying your internal experiences. It's a form of avoidance coping, where the focus shifts as a means to not deal with the internal stimuli - be it thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations. This can provide short-term relief but often leads to increased anxiety or avoidance behavior in the long run. A good way to check if your refocusing is healthy is to ask yourself after: 'Do I feel genuinely relieved and more prepared to face my initial feelings, or am I just delaying dealing with them?' It's okay if this distinction feels blurry at times, it’s a learning process to distinguish between these two. The key is to stay open and curious about your internal experiences and to be gentle with yourself as you learn. I really appreciate your feedback and engagement, and I’m glad you’re part of this little community. All the best, Camilla
Great observation! Although ATT is not traditionally targeted to ADHD, it has shown promise in various contexts for enhancing focus and mental flexibility. Direct studies specifically examining ATT's effectiveness for ADHD are limited, but theoretically it could benefit people with ADHD. Thanks for bringing up this interesting point! Camilla 💜
Great video but my english is bad is there any video that we can use while practising like mindfulness videos bc sometimes there is no sounds around me
There are a few options here on RUclips for audio that be used when practicing Attention Training Technique. One example is this: ruclips.net/video/6JQBu-ITnQ4/видео.html There are multiple other videos on the same channel at different difficulty levels as well. Thank you for watching, Camilla 💜
I often experience overwhelming negative thoughts that leave me feeling scared and paralyzed. Despite attempting to accept and detach from them, I find myself constantly emotional connected and anxious about them These thoughts persist and impact me greatly, sometimes leading me to believe them. Despite efforts to focus on my surroundings, I still feel overwhelmed. I'm unsure if I'm doing something wrong and seek guidance on how to regain control. I feel frightened by the perceived meaning behind these thoughts. is there something I am doing wrong?
Thank you for sharing your experience. It's tough dealing with overwhelming negative thoughts. It sounds like you're trying hard to manage them, which is commendable. In MCT, one key is to treat thoughts as just thoughts, not truths. Sometimes, small adjustments in approach can make a big difference. You may find this video helpful where I discuss how our thoughts don't necessarily mean anything: ruclips.net/video/CJJmU1VxXJw/видео.html This is not to say that your overwhelming negative thoughts are necessarily intrusive in their nature, but I think you may find some of the points in that video helpful as it addresses how we can sometimes read too much meaning into our thoughts. You're not alone in this-many people struggle with similar challenges. Stay strong and keep reaching out for support! All the best, Camilla 💜
I still struggle with the difference between distraction (bad) and cognitive control (good). There is a nuance there but sometimes I feel the ATT is just a way to distract yourself by directing the mind elsewhere. Can anybody help me clear this up?
This is a really good question because you are definitely not the only one who finds this distinction difficult to make. The key differences lie in the attitude, intention, and outcome. Healthy refocusing means consciously directing your attention to something constructive. It's not about escaping from your internal experiences, but rather about managing them in a way that is not detrimental to your mental health. This approach is consistent with mindfulness principles, where you acknowledge and accept your internal experiences but choose not to be consumed by them. Avoidant refocusing, on the other hand, is about escaping or denying your internal experiences. It's a form of avoidance coping, where the focus shifts as a means to not deal with the internal stimuli - be it thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations. This can provide short-term relief but often leads to increased anxiety or avoidance behavior in the long run. A good way to check if your refocusing is healthy is to ask yourself after: 'Do I feel genuinely relieved and more prepared to face my initial feelings, or am I just delaying dealing with them?' It's okay if this distinction feels blurry at times, it’s a learning process to distinguish between these two. The key is to stay open and curious about your internal experiences and to be gentle with yourself as you learn. I talk more about the difference in this video about Detached Mindfulness. Maybe that can help clarify it. ruclips.net/video/koHkFjFBMLs/видео.html Thank you for watching, Camilla 💜
highly informative video about arguably one of the most important but understudied topics for public health and wellbeing. that being said, i found that the video was a bit repetitive in the first half
This channel needs more popularity! Great information!
Thank you so much for saying that.
Camilla 💜
Underrated channel
Thank you so much for your kind words! Your support means a lot to me and I'm glad you're finding value in the content. If there are any specific topics you'd like me to cover in future videos, feel free to let me know. I'm always looking for ways to improve and to provide content that resonates with the few people that have found my channel :-) Thanks again for being here,
Camilla 💜
wow, you are truly amazing!
Good video and great information on ATT. Thank you for bringing the perspective of a therapist on MCT to RUclips. I upload ATTs with 3D stereo sounds for patients to practise. But I am a patient myself and wished I had some more information when I first started practising. So thanks again for your work!
Thank you so much for your feedback. I checked out your videos and they're great! If I ever do another video about ATT, I would love to refer to you videos for guided exercises if that's okay? We need to all work together to spread mental health awareness :)
Thank you, of course :) I'd be honoured @@cognilead
Thanks love this series. Ive read alot on MCT but this helping me get my head around the concepts better.
Thank you so much. I really appreciate your feedback and I'm so pleased to hear that you're finding the videos helpful.
Looking forward to the rest of the series
I'm so happy to hear that. The next video will be up later this week :)
I love this series. I have recovered from anxiety about my health, but I am struggling with anxiety about anxiety and I often feel physical anxiety symptoms without always knowing the trigger thought. The physical symptoms are uncomfortable and further drives my anxiety. I understnd that this type of anxiety is not uncommon. Could you do a video where you talk about meta anxiety?
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for your kind words about the series. I really appreciate that. It sounds like you've made significant progress in dealing with health-related anxiety - awesome job! 🙌
You're right that meta-anxiety is not uncommon. It's a form of anxiety where the fear of experiencing anxiety symptoms itself becomes a source of anxiety. This can create a cycle where anxiety feeds into itself, often leading to physical symptoms even when the initial trigger isn't apparent.
I'd love to make a video about meta-anxiety for you. I'll add it to my last of upcoming topics.
All the best
Camilla 💜
I know exactly what you are talking about regarding experiencing anxiety without trigger thoughts. This could simply be a physiological phenomenon unrelated to any thought or event in your life. We have simply learned to associate and then label certain physiological phenomenon with emotional labels. With this sort of anxiety it is important to then notice thoughts which are triggered which would then induce thought triggered anxiety on top of the already present physiological phenomenon. Isn't that fun? :) Physical exercise, massage, nature, sunlight, watching dietary factors, maybe caffeine triggers it in you, etc. I am saying this sort of body based anxiety should be dealt with physically. In the morning, cortisol levels are higher which can produce the feelings of anxiety in the body.
It is difficult for me to differentiate between "healthy" attentional refocusing (so to speak) versus "avoidant" refocusing because somehow in both there is an underlying distraction from internal stimuli... Would the difference lie in an attitude of openness to internal experiences? Thanks for this videos, I´m really enjoying them.
That's a great question, and it certainly can be challenging to differentiate between the two. You're spot on that the key lies in the attitude, intention, and outcome.
Healthy refocusing means consciously directing your attention to something constructive. It's not about escaping from your internal experiences, but rather about managing them in a way that is not detrimental to your mental health. This approach is consistent with mindfulness principles, where you acknowledge and accept your internal experiences but choose not to be consumed by them.
Avoidant refocusing, on the other hand, is about escaping or denying your internal experiences. It's a form of avoidance coping, where the focus shifts as a means to not deal with the internal stimuli - be it thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations. This can provide short-term relief but often leads to increased anxiety or avoidance behavior in the long run.
A good way to check if your refocusing is healthy is to ask yourself after: 'Do I feel genuinely relieved and more prepared to face my initial feelings, or am I just delaying dealing with them?' It's okay if this distinction feels blurry at times, it’s a learning process to distinguish between these two. The key is to stay open and curious about your internal experiences and to be gentle with yourself as you learn.
I really appreciate your feedback and engagement, and I’m glad you’re part of this little community.
All the best,
Camilla
I'm wondering whether ATT could be useful in the setting of ADHD to improve mental focus and concentration.
Great observation! Although ATT is not traditionally targeted to ADHD, it has shown promise in various contexts for enhancing focus and mental flexibility. Direct studies specifically examining ATT's effectiveness for ADHD are limited, but theoretically it could benefit people with ADHD.
Thanks for bringing up this interesting point!
Camilla 💜
Great video but my english is bad is there any video that we can use while practising like mindfulness videos bc sometimes there is no sounds around me
There are a few options here on RUclips for audio that be used when practicing Attention Training Technique. One example is this: ruclips.net/video/6JQBu-ITnQ4/видео.html There are multiple other videos on the same channel at different difficulty levels as well.
Thank you for watching,
Camilla 💜
@@cognilead thank you so much 💖
You're very welcome 💜
I often experience overwhelming negative thoughts that leave me feeling scared and paralyzed. Despite attempting to accept and detach from them, I find myself constantly emotional connected and anxious about them These thoughts persist and impact me greatly, sometimes leading me to believe them. Despite efforts to focus on my surroundings, I still feel overwhelmed. I'm unsure if I'm doing something wrong and seek guidance on how to regain control. I feel frightened by the perceived meaning behind these thoughts. is there something I am doing wrong?
Thank you for sharing your experience. It's tough dealing with overwhelming negative thoughts. It sounds like you're trying hard to manage them, which is commendable. In MCT, one key is to treat thoughts as just thoughts, not truths. Sometimes, small adjustments in approach can make a big difference.
You may find this video helpful where I discuss how our thoughts don't necessarily mean anything: ruclips.net/video/CJJmU1VxXJw/видео.html
This is not to say that your overwhelming negative thoughts are necessarily intrusive in their nature, but I think you may find some of the points in that video helpful as it addresses how we can sometimes read too much meaning into our thoughts.
You're not alone in this-many people struggle with similar challenges. Stay strong and keep reaching out for support!
All the best,
Camilla 💜
I still struggle with the difference between distraction (bad) and cognitive control (good). There is a nuance there but sometimes I feel the ATT is just a way to distract yourself by directing the mind elsewhere. Can anybody help me clear this up?
This is a really good question because you are definitely not the only one who finds this distinction difficult to make.
The key differences lie in the attitude, intention, and outcome.
Healthy refocusing means consciously directing your attention to something constructive. It's not about escaping from your internal experiences, but rather about managing them in a way that is not detrimental to your mental health. This approach is consistent with mindfulness principles, where you acknowledge and accept your internal experiences but choose not to be consumed by them.
Avoidant refocusing, on the other hand, is about escaping or denying your internal experiences. It's a form of avoidance coping, where the focus shifts as a means to not deal with the internal stimuli - be it thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations. This can provide short-term relief but often leads to increased anxiety or avoidance behavior in the long run.
A good way to check if your refocusing is healthy is to ask yourself after: 'Do I feel genuinely relieved and more prepared to face my initial feelings, or am I just delaying dealing with them?' It's okay if this distinction feels blurry at times, it’s a learning process to distinguish between these two. The key is to stay open and curious about your internal experiences and to be gentle with yourself as you learn.
I talk more about the difference in this video about Detached Mindfulness. Maybe that can help clarify it.
ruclips.net/video/koHkFjFBMLs/видео.html
Thank you for watching,
Camilla 💜
@@cognilead Very helpful, thank you!
highly informative video about arguably one of the most important but understudied topics for public health and wellbeing. that being said, i found that the video was a bit repetitive in the first half
Thank you. I'm always looking to improve my videos so I appreciate the feedback.
Camilla 💜
@@cognilead thank you for the good work you do. subscribed and sharing so more people can be helped by your info :)
Thank you so much 💜