Glossary T

Glossary T

Tai chi

A Chinese martial art that involves slow, flowing movements and deep breathing.

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  • Task engagement

    The level of involvement and interest in a task or activity.

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  • Task immersion

    The state of being fully absorbed and engaged in a task or activity.

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  • Task performance

    The ability to effectively complete a task or activity.

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  • Task-positive network

    Cognitive process of shifting attention and focus between different tasks.

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  • Task switching

    Process of planning and organizing time effectively to achieve goals and reduce stress.

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  • Task-unrelated thoughts

    Process of shifting attention and focus between different tasks.

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  • Techniques for stress reduction

    Thoughts that are unrelated to the task at hand.

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  • Therapeutic alliance

    Strategies for managing and reducing stress, such as mindfulness, exercise, and relaxation techniques.

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  • Therapist-client relationship

    Relationship between therapist and client characterized by trust, empathy, and mutual respect.

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  • Therapy and counseling

    Professional support for mental health and emotional well-being.

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  • Theta brainwave state

    A state of deep relaxation and meditation associated with creativity and intuition.

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  • Thoughtfulness

    Attempt to consciously avoid or push away unwanted thoughts.

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  • Thoughtful practice

    A mindful approach to daily activities, focusing on being present and intentional in each moment.

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  • Thought observation

    Collaborative and confidential relationship between a mental health professional and their client.

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  • Thoughts

    Consideration and concern for others.

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  • Thought suppression

    Mindfulness practice of observing thoughts without judgment or attachment.

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  • Three-part breath or Dirga Pranayama

    Mental processes of perception, cognition, and emotion.

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  • Time-management

    Strategies for effectively using time to achieve goals and reduce stress.

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  • Time management skills

    Abilities to plan, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

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  • Tonglen meditation

    Tibetan Buddhist practice of sending and receiving compassion.

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  • Traditional therapy sessions

    One-on-one or group sessions with a mental health professional to address emotional or psychological issues.

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  • Tranquility

    State of calmness and peacefulness.

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  • Transcendental Experience

    A state of consciousness beyond the ordinary, characterized by a sense of unity and interconnectedness.

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  • Transcendental Meditation

    Technique for achieving deep relaxation and inner peace through the use of a mantra.

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  • Transcendental Meditation (TM)

    A meditation technique that involves the use of a mantra to achieve a state of deep relaxation and inner peace.

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  • Transference

    Unconscious redirection of feelings from one person to another, often in a therapeutic setting.

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  • Transformation

    A process of profound change in one’s beliefs, values, and behaviors.

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  • Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT)

    Evidence-based therapy for individuals with trauma histories that combines cognitive and behavioral techniques.

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  • Trauma-informed care

    Approach to healthcare that recognizes and responds to the impact of trauma on individuals.

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  • Trauma-sensitive mindfulness practices

    Mindfulness techniques adapted to be safe and supportive for individuals with trauma histories.

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  • Trust

    Confidence in the reliability and integrity of someone or something.

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  • Trust in oneself

    Belief in one’s own abilities, decisions, and intuition.

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  • Trustworthiness

    The quality of being reliable and honest.

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  • Trust your gut

    To rely on one’s intuition or instinct when making a decision.

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