We now turn to another important section of the book: Feedback versus Criticism. Caldwell explores how our interpretation of the world and others shapes both our reactions and our perceptions. Feedback describes a situation as it is and invites awareness and understanding, whereas criticism often triggers feelings of shame, defensiveness, and withdrawal. We will delve... Continue Reading →
I am not a fan of winter. The coldness is especially harsh this year. My day is set when waking up to unplowed snow when I need to leave for work. Not to mention I dislike the restrictions when bundling up in layers. I start to feel depressed when winter comes along. Now don’t get... Continue Reading →
The five interventions follow directly after the five intentions mentioned in the previous blog. They require us to pay close attention to unconscious habits or actions we may have. These mindless behaviors can range from biting our nails and playing with our hair to restless leg movements. Because we often do them automatically, we may... Continue Reading →
In the first blogs, we explored how to bring awareness to our bodies and introduced The Moving Cycle, a step-by-step process of reconnecting with our true essence. Now we will begin to dive into the five intentions within the Moving cycle. The five intentions are: to nurture, to support, to challenge, to reflect, and to... Continue Reading →
What resolutions have you thought about making this new year? The new year is a great time to take stock, reevaluate goals, and take positive action to resolve unsettled concerns or to work on improved wellbeing. It’s also a great time to begin counseling! Whether you’ve benefitted from counseling in the past or are considering... Continue Reading →
In the first blog of this series, we explored how Getting Our Bodies Back by Chrstine Cadlwell brings awareness to our bodies and how incorporating our bodies is essential to our wellbeing. Our bodies carry stories, adaptations, and wisdom shaped by living experience. In the following post, we will explore the Moving Cycle, which is... Continue Reading →
In mental health, the primary focus is often placed on the mind, our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. Yet this causes us to overlook the powerful role the body plays in our mental health. Our bodies are constantly communicating with us through sensations, tension, and movement, offering important clues about where emotions may be held or... Continue Reading →
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often forget to pause and process the overwhelming emotions and thoughts that build up. This is where grounding techniques can be incredibly helpful for our overall well-being. By taking a moment to reconnect with the present, we can step away from anxious thoughts and regain sense... Continue Reading →
I was recently invited to watch a video for professional helpers presented by David Kessler, renowned grief expert and author of 7 books about the grief experience. In the video, Kessler discussed the nature of grief from the perspective of the grieving person, including some of the common difficulties the grieving face. He also explained... Continue Reading →
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