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ACES Video Training


Session 1: Exploring Trauma and Emotional Management (45 Minutes)
Terri articulated the concept of "chuckin bricks," which refers to the cumulative impact of trauma and experiences throughout an individual's life. This accumulation can significantly influence brain development and behavioral patterns. She provided a personal account detailing her methods for managing emotions and the importance of seeking support from family, thereby emphasizing the value of self-awareness and personal accountability in emotional regulation. Furthermore, Te


Session 2: Automatic Thinking and Schemas Explained (45 Minutes)
Terri discussed automatic thinking and how it shapes our perceptions and behaviors. She explained that our brains are wired to quickly assess situations and make judgments based on past experiences stored in mental structures called schemas. These schemas help us relate new experiences to existing knowledge, guiding us through our daily lives. However, Terri pointed out that automatic thinking can also be influenced by priming, which means that recent experiences or thoughts


Sessions 3: Setting Emotional Boundaries in Relationships (45 Minutes)
Terri discussed the significance of establishing clear emotional boundaries within both personal and professional relationships. She asserted that boundaries are essential for safeguarding one’s emotional well-being and for preventing external influences from adversely affecting one's emotional state. The absence of such boundaries can lead to disorder in relationships and potential harm to an individual’s emotional health. Participants were encouraged to engage in self-refle


Session 4: Language's Impact on Emotions and Forgiveness (45 Minutes)
Terri facilitated the fourth session of the ongoing discussion series, focusing on the theme of forgiveness. She shared personal anecdotes from her childhood to illustrate the profound impact that language can have on emotional responses and perceptions. Terri elaborated on the concept of language shaping thought, utilizing the example of the Kattuk tribe's use of directional language to demonstrate how linguistic choices can influence emotions and perspectives. Throughout th
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