Group Support Prompt #5: Elements of Yalom Group Therapy- Here & Now Experiences!
Hello everyone to Group Support Prompts Discussion! I hope you are all being easy on yourself & reaching out to group chats to get support this week.
Last week we discussed: Elements of Yalom Group Therapy- Recognition of Universality. Thank you to all who participated and shared their thoughts for discussion. I enjoyed them. I hope you all did too. If you didn't share yours, please share them here and I look forward to reading and discussing them with you.
Another important element of Yalom's group therapy is the emphasis on here-and-now experiences. Yalom encourages group members to focus on their current thoughts, feelings, and interactions within the group, rather than solely discussing past experiences. By doing so, individuals can gain a deeper understanding of their patterns of relating to others and develop new ways of relating that are more adaptive and fulfilling.
This week's prompt: Think about the people you have encountered in your life. Who has left a lasting impression on you? What was it about them that made them stand out? Was it their kindness, their intelligence, or their unique perspective on life? Reflect on the impact they have had on you and the lessons you have learned from them.
Take a moment to reflect on it and share your experiences. I look forward to hearing and discussing with you all!