Belonging & the Burden Metaphor Worksheet

Belonging and the Burden Metaphor Worksheet

A two-page ACT-informed reflection for exploring the thought “I am a burden” and reconnecting with needs for belonging, safety, and connection.

Reflection steps described in the resource

• Name the burden thought that appears in difficult moments
• Use cognitive defusion to place the thought in context
• Explore the need for belonging and understanding
• Identify a compassionate, values-based next step

Format: Two-page printable PDF. The current listing describes use in individual sessions, groups, or between-session reflection.

Related resource

For relationship-focused values and communication work, see ACT Strategies for Couples Navigating Complex Relationships.