Star Trek DBT

 

Star Trek: Enterprise (2001–2005) A prequel to TOS, this series is set in the 22nd century, following Captain Jonathan Archer and the Enterprise (NX-01), Earth's first Warp 5 starship. It chronicles the early days of interstellar exploration and the foundational events leading to the creation of the United Federation of Planets.

Exposure to Trellium-D: When the crew found an abandoned Vulcan ship, they discovered that its crew had gone mad due to exposure to Trellium-D. It was revealed that the substance severely damages Vulcan neural pathways, removing their ability to suppress emotions.

T'Pol's Curiosity: Despite knowing its dangers, T’Pol became intrigued by emotions after past experiences with them. She secretly injected small amounts of Trellium-D to experience emotions firsthand.

"Impulse" (S3E5) – Enterprise encounters a Vulcan ship where the crew has gone insane due to Trellium-D exposure.

"Damage" (S3E19) – T’Pol admits her addiction to Captain Archer.

"The Forgotten" (S3E20) – She begins recovering from her addiction but continues to struggle with emotional instability.

 

Star Trek: Voyager (1995–2001) Captain Kathryn Janeway leads the USS Voyager and its crew on a journey home after being stranded in the uncharted Delta Quadrant, 70,000 light-years from Earth. The series explores survival, resource management, and encounters with alien species like the Kazon and Borg during their 75-year journey back.

Seven of Nine (Voyager): Reintegrating her individuality after being severed from the Borg collective demonstrates regulating her emotions and developing a personal identity. Her journey mirrors the DBT process of understanding and managing emotions that feel overwhelming.

"The Raven" (S4E6) – She experiences trauma and fear related to her assimilation as a child.

"One" (S4E25) – She is isolated from the crew due to a nebula’s radiation and must confront loneliness and vulnerability for the first time.

"Someone to Watch Over Me" (S5E22) – The Doctor tries to teach her about romantic attraction, but she fails to grasp it emotionally.

"Unimatrix Zero" (S6E26 & S7E1) – She connects with Axum, a Borg resistance fighter she once had feelings for, revealing latent romantic emotions.

"Human Error" (S7E18) – She explores love and relationships in a holodeck simulation, but her Borg implants trigger pain when she experiences emotions, showing how deeply the Borg suppressed her humanity.

"Endgame" (S7E25-26) – In an alternate future, she and Chakotay are in a serious relationship, signaling her emotional growth.

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (DS9) (1993–1999) Taking place concurrently with TNG, this series is set on a space station near a strategic wormhole leading to the distant Gamma Quadrant. Led by Commander (later Captain) Benjamin Sisko, the crew deals with political, military, and spiritual conflicts, especially involving the Bajoran people and the Dominion threat.

Distress Tolerance Captain Sisko (DS9): During the Dominion War, Sisko frequently demonstrates distress tolerance skills. He endures immense pressure and ethical dilemmas, such as in "In the Pale Moonlight," where he copes with the burden of his decisions to achieve a greater good.

Sisko records a log entry, confessing his actions while struggling with the moral weight of his choices. He admits to bribery, forgery, and murder, yet justifies them as necessary evils.

He ends the speech with a chilling realization:

"So I will learn to live with it. Because I can live with it. I can live with it… I can live with it."
(Then he erases the log, symbolizing his final acceptance of the moral compromise.)

Star Trek: The Original Series (TOS) (1966–1969) Set in the 23rd century, this series follows Captain James T. Kirk and the crew of the starship USS Enterprise (NCC-1701) on their five-year mission "to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has gone before." With Spock, a Vulcan science officer, and Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy, Kirk faces moral dilemmas, encounters alien species, and navigates interstellar diplomacy.

Spock (TOS): Spock often uses logic as a distress tolerance strategy when faced with emotionally charged situations. His ability to step back and assess a situation can serve as an example of "wise mind accepts" skills like radical acceptance and mindfulness.

Star Trek: The Next Generation (TNG) (1987–1994) Set in the 24th century, about 100 years after The Original Series, this series follows Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D). Their mission involves exploring deep space, diplomatic endeavors, and dealing with threats like the Borg and Romulans. Themes of ethics, humanity, and personal growth are central.

Interpersonal Effectiveness Deanna Troi (TNG): As the ship's counselor, Troi frequently uses interpersonal effectiveness skills, like asserting needs and maintaining relationships, to mediate conflicts and provide emotional support. Her active listening and empathy are excellent models for GIVE skills (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner).

Captain Janeway (Voyager): Janeway balances being firm and assertive (DEAR MAN) while maintaining the respect and trust of her crew. For instance, her interactions with the Maquis crew members illustrate how she sets boundaries while being fair and diplomatic.

Mindfulness Odo (DS9): Odo's shapeshifting nature and identity as a Changeling force him to frequently reflect on who he is. His journey can be tied to mindfulness, as he practices observing his thoughts and emotions to understand his true self better.

Captain Picard (TNG): Picard exemplifies mindfulness in decision-making. He often steps back to reflect on all sides of a situation before acting, embodying the practice of observing, describing, and participating in the moment.

Radical Acceptance Data (TNG): Data's journey as an android longing for humanity often involves accepting his limitations. He demonstrates radical acceptance in episodes like "The Measure of a Man," where he defends his rights as a sentient being while acknowledging his differences.

Worf (TNG/DS9): Worf’s cultural struggles as a Klingon raised by humans require radical acceptance. He learns to honor both his Klingon heritage and his Starfleet values, which parallels accepting reality without judgment.

Star Trek: Discovery (2017–Present) Initially set a decade before TOS, this series follows Michael Burnham, a human raised by Vulcans, and the crew of the USS Discovery. It delves into interstellar conflicts, including war with the Klingons, a mysterious spore drive, and later jumps into the distant future, exploring a rebuilt Federation.

Walking the Middle Path Michael Burnham (Discovery): Burnham often finds herself between extremes, such as logic (raised by Vulcans) and emotion (her human nature). Her journey illustrates balancing opposing forces, aligning with the DBT concept of walking the middle path.

Kira Nerys (DS9): Kira struggles with her past as a Bajoran freedom fighter and her current role as a Starfleet liaison. Her growth involves integrating her resistance mindset with her diplomatic duties, exemplifying the synthesis of opposites.

Validation Dr. McCoy (TOS): Bones frequently provides emotional validation to Kirk and Spock. His compassionate acknowledgment of their feelings, even while teasing or arguing, demonstrates the importance of validating others' experiences.

The Holographic Doctor (Voyager): The Doctor learns to validate others’ emotions despite his programmed demeanor, especially with Seven of Nine as she explores her humanity.

Chain Analysis The Borg Collective (Various): The collective's failure to recognize emotional and logical errors in their decision-making (like in Voyager episodes) could be used as an example of how not doing a chain analysis leads to repeated mistakes.

Captain Archer (Enterprise): Archer reflects on his actions and choices, especially regarding the Temporal Cold War. His decisions often illustrate breaking down causes and consequences to prevent future errors.

Star Trek: The Original Series (TOS) (1966–1969)

Set in the 23rd century, this series follows Captain James T. Kirk and the crew of the starship USS Enterprise (NCC-1701) on their five-year mission "to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has gone before." With Spock, a Vulcan science officer, and Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy, Kirk faces moral dilemmas, encounters alien species, and navigates interstellar diplomacy.

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Star Trek: The Next Generation (TNG) (1987–1994)

Set in the 24th century, about 100 years after The Original Series, this series follows Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D). Their mission involves exploring deep space, diplomatic endeavors, and dealing with threats like the Borg and Romulans. Themes of ethics, humanity, and personal growth are central.

Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (DS9) (1993–1999)

Taking place concurrently with TNG, this series is set on a space station near a strategic wormhole leading to the distant Gamma Quadrant. Led by Commander (later Captain) Benjamin Sisko, the crew deals with political, military, and spiritual conflicts, especially involving the Bajoran people and the Dominion threat.

Star Trek: Voyager (1995–2001)

Captain Kathryn Janeway leads the USS Voyager and its crew on a journey home after being stranded in the uncharted Delta Quadrant, 70,000 light-years from Earth. The series explores survival, resource management, and encounters with alien species like the Kazon and Borg during their 75-year journey back.

Star Trek: Enterprise (2001–2005)

A prequel to TOS, this series is set in the 22nd century, following Captain Jonathan Archer and the Enterprise (NX-01), Earth's first Warp 5 starship. It chronicles the early days of interstellar exploration and the foundational events leading to the creation of the United Federation of Planets.

Star Trek: Discovery (2017–Present)

Initially set a decade before TOS, this series follows Michael Burnham, a human raised by Vulcans, and the crew of the USS Discovery. It delves into interstellar conflicts, including war with the Klingons, a mysterious spore drive, and later jumps into the distant future, exploring a rebuilt Federation.

Star Trek: Picard (2020–Present)

Set decades after TNG, this series focuses on a retired Jean-Luc Picard as he grapples with his past and gets pulled into new adventures involving Romulan refugees, synthetic life, and existential threats to the galaxy.

Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020–Present)

This animated comedy series follows the lower-ranking crew members of the USS Cerritos, highlighting their often-overlooked but essential contributions to Starfleet missions in a humorous and self-aware tone.

Star Trek: Prodigy (2021–Present)

Aimed at younger audiences, this animated series follows a group of alien teenagers who discover an abandoned Starfleet ship, the USS Protostar. They learn about Starfleet and teamwork while trying to escape their troubled pasts.

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022–Present)

A prequel to TOS, it chronicles the adventures of Captain Christopher Pike, Spock, and Number One aboard the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701) as they explore new worlds and tackle challenges with a modern take on classic episodic storytelling.