The Median Mentor:
Navigating the Middle Path
Image: Sunrise over a median highway in Georgia, viewed from a pedestrian bridge.
What is the Middle Path?
Think of a narrow trail with a steep drop on one side and a high wall on the other. Staying centered is key. In Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the Middle Path means finding balance—recognizing that life isn’t all-or-nothing. It's not “I’m right, you’re wrong.” It’s about stepping back, seeing the bigger picture, and finding common ground. It’s the emotional safe zone where peace and progress can begin.
The Median: A Real-World Middle Path
Now picture two roads—yours and someone else’s—with a median in between. That space is where connection happens.
You don’t drive their road.
You don’t abandon your own.
You meet in the middle.
That’s what Moore Median Mentoring is all about—learning how to navigate that shared space with clarity, compassion, and purpose.
Skills I Teach (DBT in Daily Life)
I use the most effective tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and adapt them for everyday relationships. Here’s what you’ll learn:
Mindfulness – How to slow down, stay present, and respond instead of react
Emotional Regulation – How to remain calm when your emotions threaten to take the wheel
Distress Tolerance – How to face tough moments without making them tougher
Effective Communication – How to express yourself clearly and kindly so others really listen
Validation – How to acknowledge others’ feelings and build trust—even when you disagree
Radical Acceptance – How to let go of what you can’t control and focus on what you can
These skills help you stay grounded in your own lane while building stronger, more meaningful connections with the people you care about.