Open Mind vs Closed Mind

Closed Mind vs Open Mind: The Courage to Be Open | Wise Mind: A DBT Podcast

Why do we become closed-minded? Is it a choice, or is it something we learn to survive?

In this episode, Rachi and Maddy explore the concept of closed-mindedness through a trauma-informed and Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT) lens. Together, they unpack how our early life experiences, environments, and relationships can teach us to become guarded, rigid, and resistant to new experiences not because we're "difficult," but because these patterns once helped keep us safe.

We discuss how a closed mind can impact our relationships, emotional wellbeing, learning, and connection with others, often leaving us feeling isolated or stuck.

You'll also be introduced to one of the core concepts of RO-DBT: openness. While opening ourselves to uncertainty, feedback, vulnerability, and new perspectives can feel incredibly uncomfortable, it is also the pathway to deeper relationships, greater flexibility, and a richer, more meaningful life.

If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I'm right," "Nothing will change," or "I already know," this episode offers a gentle invitation to explore what might happen if you became just a little more open.

Join us as we discuss why openness isn't weakness it's courage and why we believe it's one of the most powerful skills for creating a life worth sharing... and a life truly worth living.

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This space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:

Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)

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Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)

Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBT

We honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.

Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.

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