Materials:
Paper, drawing or collage materials such as markers, colored pencils, magazines, glue, and scissors.
Instructions:
Imagine you are going on a journey and can only take five DBT skills with you. What do you choose and why? Create a visual packing list, suitcase, or backpack illustration showing your chosen skills. Use symbols, colors, or images to represent each skill.
Goals:
This activity reinforces skill retention and helps you reflect on which DBT tools are most useful or meaningful to you. It encourages prioritization and personal connection to the skills. It supports long-term integration by helping you identify your go-to coping strategies.