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ABC PLEASE is DBT's foundation for keeping your emotional threshold high — because a tired, hungry, dysregulated body can't skill its way out of anything.
ABC is Accumulate positives, Build mastery, Cope ahead — deliberately weaving in good experiences, small competence, and prepared plans. PLEASE is basic body care: treat PhysicaL illness, balanced Eating, avoid mood-Altering substances, balanced Sleep, get Exercise.
None of this is glamorous. All of it makes the other skills possible. When someone's emotions are constantly overwhelming, PLEASE is often what's missing.