Separating Past from Present

Abstract

Abstract Trying to keep us safer, our minds are often on alert for signs of danger. Unfortunately, because we notice similarities with past experiences far easier than differences, this means we can have significant difficulty noticing when situations are safer. In other words, we can have difficulty separating the past from the present. This module offers ways to help yourself notice when the present is safer than the past and be more aware of your current resources and options. It will also help you learn how to catch thinking mistakes that can make it difficult to separate past from present, imagery techniques that can help you separate the present from the past, and how to contain traumatic intrusions, all of which will help you see the “here and now” more clearly, making it easier to stay grounded, heal, and grow.