Learn how to use dialectical thinking to create greater balance in your life and improve relationships. From "DBT Skills .
Validation is a skill taught in DBT and is one of the most important things you can do to improve your relationship with others and yourself. It acknowledges through words and behavior that what yourself or someone else feels makes sense, is understandable, and worthy of your time and attention.
Learn the "What" skills of mindfulness: Observe, Describe, Participate.
Learn how to practice mindfulness with the the DBT "How" skills: One-Mindfully, Non-judgmental Stance, Effectively.