DBT PLEASE Skill Explained: 6 Simple Habits That Boost Emotional Stability

Struggling with mood swings, overwhelm, or emotional burnout? The DBT PLEASE skills might be the missing piece. In this video, Dr. Kiki breaks down the six “PLEASE” habits that strengthen emotional stability by taking care of your body — one small step at a time. Find DBT treatment near you: https://recovery.com/therapies/dialec... Learn more about Dr. Kiki Fehling: https://www.kikifehling.com/books https://www.kikifehling.com/ If you or someone you know needs help right now or is danger of harm, please reach out for help by: —Calling 9-8-8 in the United States, or calling an emergency number in your country —Texting "hello" to 741-741, or visiting www.crisistextline.org —Going to your local emergency room or crisis center You’ll learn how treating physical illness, eating balanced meals, reducing mood-altering substances, improving sleep, moving your body, and managing sensory input can dramatically improve your emotional resilience. These DBT PLEASE skills are simple, science-based, and designed to help you regulate emotions more effectively. If you’ve ever wondered why everything feels harder when you’re exhausted, hungry, overstimulated, or in pain, this video explains exactly how your physical state impacts your mental health. You’ll also learn practical, doable ways to support your body so your emotions stay more steady throughout the day. Dr. Kiki walks you through each PLEASE skill with real-world examples and gentle guidance — perfect for anyone practicing DBT skills, managing depression or anxiety, or just wanting to feel more grounded and regulated. If these tools help you, make sure to comment below with which PLEASE skill you’re focusing on first. And don’t forget to subscribe for more DBT skills, emotional wellness tools, and mental health education. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 – Why Your Body Affects Your Emotions (Intro to PLEASE) 00:28 – Treat Physical Illness: The First PLEASE Skill 01:25 – Balanced Eating: How Food Impacts Mood 02:03 – Avoiding Mood-Altering Substances 02:52 – Balanced Sleep: Your Secret Emotional Reset 03:31 – Get Exercise: Movement for Mood Regulation 04:00 – Balance Sensory Input: Preventing Overwhelm 04:33 – Why PLEASE Skills Matter for Emotional Stability 05:00 – Final Thoughts & How to Practice PLEASE ❓ Questions the Video Answers: What are the DBT PLEASE skills? How does the PLEASE skill help with emotional regulation? Why does physical illness make emotions harder to manage? How does balanced eating improve mood and energy? What foods or habits can make emotional regulation harder? Why do mood-altering substances worsen mental health long-term? How do caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol affect emotions and sleep? How much sleep do you actually need for emotional stability? What is good sleep hygiene in DBT? How does exercise help regulate emotions? What types of movement improve mood the most? What does “balancing sensory input” mean in DBT? How do overstimulation and understimulation impact emotions? Why do PLEASE skills matter if you struggle with depression or addiction? How do you choose which PLEASE skill to focus on first? #mentalhealth #DBTskills #dbt