In January of 2023, I began the application process for a counseling internship. Literally, every single one of my professors told me to start the process as early as possible. My anxiety kicked in. I had left my nearly decade long career to pursue counseling. I had spent the past year and a half learning... Continue Reading →
In a world filled with constant change and uncertainty, one thing remains steadfast and invaluable: friendship. As you read the first sentence, did you think of your best friend or any person you consider a friend? True friendship is a remarkable bond that brings joy, support, and a sense of belonging to our lives. It... Continue Reading →
I find myself battling between different people demanding my attention and validation which makes it easy to lose sight of my own worth. We often find ourselves seeking approval from others, neglecting the most important source of validation – ourselves. However, recognizing and valuing our own unique qualities and abilities is crucial for living a... Continue Reading →
Each day we are asked to make many decisions, both big and small. The impact of the choices we make can vary from little to no impact on our lives to catastrophically changing the course of our lives in positive or negative ways. Perhaps the smaller decisions are easier to make for most people. “Which... Continue Reading →
Parents play a vital role in shaping children's lives, including their social interactions. We all grow up with some friends in our lives, that we cherish and perhaps still communicate with to this day. On the other hand, we have also encountered numerous people that were not meant to be our friends nor a part... Continue Reading →
This is not a blog with statistics on relapse. I will not be providing you with five effective ways to prevent a relapse. Nor will I be helping you spot the warning signs of relapse in the one that you love. Rather, this blog is about my own personal experience with relapsing. I have been... Continue Reading →
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