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Distress Tolerance Digital First Aid Kit

A comprehensive collection of evidence-based crisis survival skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Designed for moments when emotions feel overwhelming and you need structured, immediate tools to regain stability.

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34 exercises · 4 skill areas · 28 reviews

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What's Included

Six core skill modules covering the full spectrum of distress tolerance techniques.

TIPP Skills

Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, and Progressive relaxation exercises for immediate physiological regulation.

STOP Skill

Stop, Take a step back, Observe, Proceed mindfully. A structured pause technique for high-emotion situations.

Wise Mind ACCEPTS

Activities, Contributing, Comparisons, Emotions, Pushing away, Thoughts, Sensations. Seven distraction strategies for crisis moments.

Radical Acceptance

Exercises for accepting reality as it is without judgment, reducing suffering caused by fighting unchangeable circumstances.

Pros and Cons

Structured decision-making worksheets for evaluating actions during emotional crises, supporting wise choices.

Crisis Survival Quick-Reference

Printable one-page guide with all key skills summarized for fast access during high-stress moments.

How To Use

A simple three-step framework for applying these skills in real time.

1

Identify the Crisis

Recognize when your emotional intensity exceeds your window of tolerance. Use the included rating scale to assess urgency level.

2

Select the Skill

Use the quick-reference guide to match your crisis type with the most effective skill. Each module is organized by situation.

3

Practice & Log

Follow the step-by-step exercise, then log your experience in the built-in tracker to build skill mastery over time.

34 Guided Exercises

Structured, step-by-step exercises across all four skill areas.

01Ice Dive Reset
02Sprint Release
034-7-8 Breathing
04Body Scan PMR
05STOP Sequence
06Observe & Describe
07Activity Pivot
08Contribution Action
09Opposite Emotion
10Thought Redirect
11Sensory Ground
12Safe Place Visual
13Acceptance Statement
14Reality Check
15Half-Smile Practice
16Willing Hands
17Pros/Cons Matrix
18Urge Surfing
19Self-Soothe Kit
20Crisis Plan Builder
+14 more exercises included in the full workbook

Who It's For

Individuals in DBT therapy who need structured between-session practice materials
Anyone experiencing intense emotions and wanting evidence-based coping strategies
Therapists looking for client-ready worksheets and handouts for distress tolerance skills
Self-guided learners exploring DBT skills for emotional resilience and self-regulation
Support groups and group therapy facilitators needing structured exercise materials

4.9

28 reviews

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