The Choice Point
The Choice Point is a brilliant and simple model from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, that guides us to choose behaviours that help us create a more fulfilling life.
On the left we have "Away Moves", these are the actions that take us away from being the person we would like to be and from living the life we would like to live. We usually take away moves when we get hooked by unhelpful thoughts, memories or emotions. For example, if we were due to attend a new club, but started to feel anxious and got hooked by our anxious thoughts, we would probably avoid going to the new club, even though this was something that we wanted to do.
On the right we have "Towards Moves", these are the actions that take us towards the person we would like to be and the life we would like to live. Towards moves are aligned with our values and in ACT we focus on taking more towards moves, even when experiencing unwanted thoughts, memories or emotions. This is because taking committed actions that are in line with our values help us to build a richer, more fulfilling life. So going to the club even though we feel anxious and worried about fitting in would be a towards move.
If you'd like to learn more about how to apply the The Choice Point and ways of unhooking from unwanted thoughts, then you might like to watch my free masterclass, from Overwhelmed to In-control. You can get instant access here.
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As someone who's spent time reading up on trauma recovery, I appreciate how plainly this separates EMDR from CBT and ACT — the difference between reprocessing a memory and changing your relationship to it is rarely explained this clearly. The free starter kit sounds genuinely useful for anyone just starting out. Storytelling can be a gentler entry point into these same themes, too; I recently played a horror visual novel circling grief and intrusive memory, and if you want to see all 20 endings, there's a beginner-friendly The False Sun guide worth bookmarking.
I’ve been reading about EMDR, CBT, and ACT for anxiety and trauma, and it’s refreshing to see a clinic explain the differences without jargon. The free Trauma Recovery Starter Kit sounds like a helpful first step for anyone unsure where to begin. Between sessions, I also like small, low-pressure brain breaks—nothing intense, just something to reset rumination. I’ve been using poople game for quick word ladder puzzles, and it’s oddly calming because there’s no daily cap or download.
I appreciate how clearly North Star Psychology explains EMDR, CBT, and ACT for anxiety and trauma. The free trauma recovery starter kit is a thoughtful resource for anyone starting therapy. When I need a brief grounding break between sessions, I use a simple distraction like playworldguesser.com to shift my attention and reduce rumination. It's free, no sign-up, and the street-view guessing adds a light sense of curiosity. Of course, it's not a substitute for professional care, but small, engaging breaks can complement recovery work.
This is a helpful overview of EMDR, CBT, and ACT for anxiety and trauma. I especially appreciate how the page frames scientifically proven therapies alongside practical trauma recovery resources, like the free starter kit. For anyone doing grounding or between-session work, short breaks can make a difference—sometimes I use a low-pressure racing game to reset my focus. If you need a light distraction, try Play PolyTrack. It’s free, browser-based, and surprisingly calming.
Great perspective on "The Choice Point." It's interesting how small decisions can shape long-term outcomes, both personally and professionally. Making informed choices is just as important when managing finances, and resources like Gridfinance can help individuals and businesses explore flexible funding options. Thanks for sharing such a thought-provoking article!