This week’s Trying It On brings a metaphor that introduces the concept of acceptance: the Eating an Apple exercise. It’s particularly helpful for clients grappling with significant life changes, such as retirement, illness, or an empty nest. When clients feel stuck comparing their current circumstances to the past, this metaphor gently guides them toward experiencing the present as it is, rather than resisting it by wishing it were something else.
Exercise Instructions
Step 1: Set the Stage
Start by introducing the metaphor. Explain that this exercise is about how we engage with our experiences. You might say:
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