Focus phrase

For focus phrases in theories of grammar, see Focus (linguistics).

"Focus Phrase" is a term used in cognitive-therapy and awareness-management discussions to describe elicitor statements that evoke a desired refocusing of attention. Psychologically related terms are elicitor phrase or statement of intent.

Definition

"Focus phrase" is defined as "a specially-constructed short sentence or phrase that states a person's inner intent to refocus his or her attention immediately in a new pre-ordained direction".^{[citation needed]}

The term Focus Phrase has been studied academically as a part of a Semantics dissertation.^[1]

See also

• Mindfulness Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy