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Online therapy offers great benefits.Life in the time of Covid-19 - by Therapion- But Does That Person Really Want Your Help? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2007 from Phillip MountroseWe naturally want to help those who are close to us. If someone you care about is suffering, you'd like to see the person's situation improve. We all know someone close to us who at some time is depressed, addicted, or in serious pain. But before offering what you might consider help, it's first ...
Views: 1287 - Coping with Communication Changes in Individuals with Brain Injuries: Strategies for Caregivers - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2023 from Leon EdwardTraumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a major cause of disability and death worldwide. It is a condition that affects the brain’s function due to an external force. Individuals with TBI may experience changes in communication, including difficulty expressing themselves, understanding language, and ...
Views: 611 - Let Color Therapy Improve your Mood and Health - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2007 from Dzagbe CudjoeA suggestion for adding to the interest and ambience of a Dance and Movement Therapy session is to introduce colour. We are all aware, unless we are colour blind, of its presence in Nature and the Man Made World. There are associations with Gods, priestly vestments, people's characters and ...
Views: 1794 - Sex Addiction: An Addiction or An Excuse? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Beverley GlazerTalk of sex addiction is everywhere . Celebrities are admitting it. Tiger Woods went to rehab for it. Was that great PR to get public sympathy or can sex really be an addiction? ‘Why care if you’re a sex addict?’ Clients have asked me this question many times. But ask any sex addict, and ...
Views: 2511 - Yogistic approach for PCOS Treatment in 2021 - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2021 from Vaishali patelPCOS or often elaborated as Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a type of health condition common in women of reproductive age. It is caused by hormonal imbalance. In the PCOS condition, small cysts form in the ovaries which put a strong impact on the hormones and disrupt the normal menstrual ...
Views: 694 - "I Felt Invalidated By My Therapist!" - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it became clear that I felt the need to be loyal to my father, towards the end of 2015, and that this was holding me back, I knew that I needed to do something else. The emotional processing work that I was doing at this time wasn’t having much of an impact on this issue. The Wrong ...
Views: 1505 - "People Haven't Got Time To Have Years Of Therapy!" - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperA little while ago, when I was online, I read something that really stood out. The general gist was that due to how busy people are in today’s world, they haven’t got the time to have years of therapy. As a result of this, they need to be able to transform their life in a much shorter period ...
Views: 907 - "To mentor or not to mentor" - On building self-knowledge in coaching and mentoring - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2019 from Business Optimization Training Institute Training Services Provider"To mentor or not to mentor" - On building self-knowledge in coaching and mentoring In many cultures coaching or to be a coach or mentor means that self-knowledge is the is the fount of wisdom. In Sanskrit there is a term rasa, which means ‘the delight of tasting one’s own consciousness’ ...
Views: 1063 - "UNWANTED" - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Dr. Dan EdmundsHead, tiny feet and hands, resting in the palm. A cry signaling the present and future pain. From birth, there will be no calm. Abandoned by mother, treated with disdain, Tossed to and fro, from place to place. Locked into the system, full of fears, Who will care and look upon my ...
Views: 2273 - "What would your sign say?" - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2017 from Barry and Joyce VissellJanuary 21 will long be remembered as the day of the women’s marches. It is so inspiring that women from each continent participated, even Antarctica. We just watched a women’s march that took place in Israel in which Jewish and Arab women marched together. We could not read their signs but I ...
Views: 1464 - "Working With Resistance" Some Thoughts On Healing - by This past week, I had the opportunity to work with several new clients who were each feeling intense emotion suffering. The personal situation, and nature of their feelings were quite different for each of them, however there was one common experience that all shared.
They were all greatly ...
Views: 2300 - "You Need To Be Able To Handle Your Own Emotions!" - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperThrough reading books on self-development, taking courses and changing what was taking place in my mind, amongst other things, I started to settle down mentally and emotionally. This was something that often stood out when I was out socialising, as I generally felt as though I was in control of ...
Views: 1324 - #MeToo: Add My Voice to the Cultural Ground Swell against Sexual Abuse - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2017 from Suzanne St. John SmithWe are living in powerful times. A crucial time in the lives of those who’ve been sexually abused. For girls, boys, men, and women, it’s a long-awaited time when people are becoming empowered to speak up against the sexual abuse they’ve experienced during their lifetimes with the hope of making ...
Views: 1323 - *** The Law of Attraction Brings Gifts - by There is a lot of talk these days about The Secret and what we might be attracting into our lives. Some celebrities are attracting situations that give them the opportunity to enter rehab and clean up certain aspects of their lives. Paris Hilton is a good example of someone who has the ...
Views: 1891 - ***CHOICES IN ANGER: Emotions, Mind and Spirit, Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorAnger expression management Letting it out in acceptable manners is one way to deal with anger. Sports activities provide helpful physical outlets for pent up tensions. When I was under emotional stress in the Air Force during the Viet Nam war, I played racquetball or squash six or seven ...
Views: 1578 - ***CHOICES IN ANGER: Emotions, Mind and Spirit, Part 5 - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorChanging patterns of behavior The Latin roots of 'resentment,' re and sentire, mean 'to feel again' -- to feel over and over again the pain caused by the wrong that was done. Letting go of that resentment is a lot of the 'personal work' done in forgiving, and is often what takes so long ...
Views: 1315 - ***Fine-Tuning Your Affirmations For Maximal Benefit - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Daniel BenorA recent study revealed that positive affirmations may actually make some people feel worse instead of better. Psychologists Joanne V. Wood and John W. Lee from the University of Waterloo, and W.Q. Elaine Perunovic from the University of New Brunswick found that people with low self esteem who ...
Views: 2606 - ***TAKE YOUR PROSAC, SEE YOUR SHRINK, THEN PUT ON YOUR RUNNING SHOES - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2014 from Larry WaldmanDepression and anxiety are, by far, the most common mental health problems. Nearly 20 percent of the US population struggles with or will struggle with one or both of these problems. The most common treatment today for these issues is medication—typically prescribed by the primary care ...
Views: 1566 - . . . Apples and Oranges! - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2014 from Rossana SneeWho hasn’t heard the phrase, “You’re comparing apples and oranges?” What exactly does that mean? Essentially, it means that comparing those two fruits is useless because they are so different. Yes, apples and oranges are both fruits, but that’s where the similarity ends. They look and taste very ...
Views: 1425 - 10 ADVANTAGES YOUR DIVORCE THERAPIST WILL TELL YOU - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2021 from Oscar ShepherdDivorce is overlooked as a taboo by multiple people. This is because you vowed to your partner to stick with each other in better and worse, and many times, couples fear how the public will judge them. Well, one thing to know is that "Divorce can happen to anyone." It is a painful and difficult ...
Views: 775 - 10 Best Holiday Destinations for a European Love Affair - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Andy JordanAutumn is almost upon us. The bright blue sunny sky along with the warm wind is alluring holidaymakers to step out of their homes and experience heaven on earth. How about a city break escape this weekend? If at all you're planning a city break, but sceptical where to go with your friends or ...
Views: 1240 - 10 Signs Your Holistic Health Business Is Suffering - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2015 from Versandra KennebrewStress in America™ survey finds parents, younger generations and lower-income households have higher stress than others overall and this includes many Healing Artists. In every self-care book we have read, the importance of self-care to your business is highlighted. We believe it is because as a ...
Views: 1349 - 10 Smart Moves for Dumb Fights - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Rhonda AudiaTell me about your last "dumb fight." You have got to know, first, that you are not alone. Most couples that have loving relationships get bogged down with repeated, energy draining, “dumb fights.” Usually the conflict is over silly things like rinsing out coffee cups and closing ...
Views: 2679 - 10 Ways to Help Someone with Depression - by Submitted on May 08, 2019 from aykut bartelbyIt is hard being around someone with depression. Well, I guess it must be. Being on the depressed side of the mirror, I can only assume. But to be able to answer the question “How Do You Help Somebody with Depression?” one needs to know how it feels to live with depression. I’ve been ...
Views: 932 - 12 Self-Care Tips - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Marta Hatter1. Allow your feelings - If you have recently experienced loss or you can't be with loved ones, realize that it's normal to feel sadness and grief. It's OK to take time to cry or express your feelings. You can't force yourself to be happy just because it's the holiday season. 2. ...
Views: 1248 - 12 tips on how to care for an elderly person at home | [Guide] - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2019 from Angelina ClaireWhen the case comes to pass, we all have doubts about how to care for an elderly person at home. Older people in our family may need our care when they reach a certain age. While some families choose to take their relatives to specialized care centers or hire someone to assist ...
Views: 1015 - 2020 WNAAD Survivor Empowerment Telesummit Free Event - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2020 from Dr. Anne BrownTake Your Recovery From Narcissistic Abuse To The Next Level! From the safety of your home learn trauma-transforming steps to not only empower you but also make notable reductions in the vast array of trauma symptoms. What would it be like to have an action-oriented roadmap for recovery ...
Views: 987 - 21st Century Help for Substance Use Disorders: 12-Step Programs are NOT the Only Way! - by The most widely-known group when thinking of where to send people with an alcohol or drug problem is AA (or any 12-step program). However, most widely known does not equal the most effective. In fact, it doesn't work for most people, so they are still out there not getting the help they need. It ...
Views: 1687 - 3 Pros that Help You Get Back on Track after a Major Accident - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanA major accident is an upsetting occurrence in life. It could end up having a major impact on your financial situation and your health, both physical and mental. When it comes to recovering from an accident, having the right people to help you throughout the process can make a world of ...
Views: 1648 - 3 Reasons Why Online Counselling is now an accepted method of treatment - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Matthew ReynoldsOnline or SKYPE based counselling is gaining now an accepted method of receiving therapy or counselling. It is not difficult to understand the rise in consumers accessing online counselling. The ease and convenience of scheduling a therapy appointment online and talking with a therapist from ...
Views: 896 - 3 Tips To Help You Drop The Ego - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Rishma PetragliaNowadays for a lot of people, their ego is running the show. It’s only normal for the ‘I’ or ‘self’ to be the main focus of our reality. But when we pay the self too much attention, we are living a life led by ego. Moreover, we’re absorbed within ourselves, and there’s no seeing life outside of ...
Views: 1267 - 3-Steps To Asking Better Questions by Michael Harris, PhD - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Michael HarrisEveryone knows one of THOSE PEOPLE; someone whose language patterns are so negative that you wonder if anyone can help them out of their “self-imposed messes” that they have created. I get those too, not a lot of them, but occasionally. I have a client that for a while now; I’ve been ...
Views: 1601 - 31 Tips to Boost Your Mental Health - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2020 from Amara SmithYour mental wellbeing, positiveness and mental health are all in your hand. No one else can control it! Most of you don’t know how to take charge of your wellness while others fail to follow what they are supposed to do. You may also seek professional support or treatment to win over your ...
Views: 1221 - 4 Points to Consider Before Sending Your Child to Counseling - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Gary DirenfeldQuestion: Gary, I heard another psychologist state that counseling is not beneficial for children under 12 because they see things so literally and are not able to consider the concepts and abstract. Would you agree? ( I think I paraphrased her correctly). I am curious about your thoughts on ...
Views: 1184 - 4 Steps to Overcome a Botched Surgery - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2019 from Meghan BelnapEven though surgical procedures are safer than ever, mishaps can still occur at any time. If you are the victim of a botched surgery, then you will need to take a few important steps if you want to protect your health and finances. Write Down Everything These situations almost always escalate ...
Views: 733 - 4 Things That May Be Holding You Back in Life - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2019 from Dixie SomersIt isn't uncommon at times to feel like you should have accomplished more in your life. The good news is that you have more power than you think to take control of your future and achieve your dreams. Let's take a look at some issues that may be holding you back and how to overcome them. You ...
Views: 747 - 5 Amazing Benefits Of Play Therapy For Children - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2019 from Dan ArrowDo you remember your childhood days? Perhaps you enjoyed playing soccer and other sports. Or maybe you loved puzzles and playing with building blocks. Children’s play is an important aspect of their development. It is beneficial for both their physical and emotional health. When children ...
Views: 716 - 5 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques For You To Try At Home - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2024 from asif sidiqThe post is developed in partnership with BetterHelp. If you’ve ever tried changing your mind about something or someone but struggled no matter how hard you tried, then you understand the challenge of controlling your thoughts. Or maybe you’ve been trying to effective in improving mental ...
Views: 517 - 5 Effortless Ways To Spark a Family Discussion (That People Will Actually Contribute To) - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonCommunicating with your child is crucial to their language development. That probably won’t be a surprising fact to learn; however, if you're dealing with teens who no doubt have mastered their ability to speak, communcation plays a different role in their development. Effective and healthy ...
Views: 1529 - 5 Lesser Known Oral Care Facts and Mistakes You Need to Know - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2019 from Ron Spencer‘Unless and until you lose them, you do not know it’s worth.’ Here, our teeth are being spoken of where it helps us perform one of the most important tasks – chewing. Unless we chew food, we do not receive the right nutrition from the food that we eat. Therefore, ...
Views: 1094 - 5 Reasons Why A Detox Retreat Is Good For Your Health - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2022 from Sp KumarA detox retreat can be beneficial if you suffer from digestive issues such as bloating, gas, or constipation. A detox's cleansing effects can help break down food more efficiently and ease digestive discomfort. Toxins can sap your energy levels, leaving you feeling tired and sluggish. A ...
Views: 660 - 5 Tips on Choosing the Right Teen Mental Hospital for Your Child - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2016 from Misty JhonesIf you are a parent, you will concur that dealing with teens is a Herculean task. There are always behavioral issues to contend with but research now shows that some of these could be down to mental health disorders. A report in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) ...
Views: 1814 - 5 Tips on Dealing with CEO Stress - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2017 from Jeremiah OwyangEveryone likes to admire the freedom which comes with being a businessman, but that freedom comes with different restrictions and responsibilities. Dale Carnegie talked about how a person may start a business in a field in which he enjoys, only to lose that enjoyment as he becomes overwhelmed by ...
Views: 1733 - 6 Signs You are Undervaluing Yourself and What You Can Do about It - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Michelle MayurYou value your loved ones, you value your friends, you value your business, but how much do you really value YOURSELF? For healers and many other heart-based service professionals, such as massage therapists, life coaches and Reiki channels, the honest answer is not very much. Do Any of these ...
Views: 4966 - 6 Simple Steps to Defusing Emotional Pain - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2019 from Scott SymingtonEmotional pain is built into the fabric of life. It shows up in multiple forms: anxiety, loneliness, feeling rejected, overwhelmed by the stresses of life and the list goes on. In the midst of these challenging experiences, we naturally look for ways to change the way we’re feeling—to alleviate ...
Views: 1068 - 7 Consequences of Vitamin D Deficiency Which Everyone Should Know - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2019 from Amelia GrantVitamin D is often associated with the growth of a child. Yes, this vitamin is extremely important for the development of the body and bone strength. But vitamin D is not only important for children but also for adults. It performs many other vital functions. Let’s review what will happen to the ...
Views: 1020 - 7 Cups of Tea: Benefits and Costs - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2021 from Nabil AhsanThe occasion will inevitably arrive when he/she will start to consider evaluating on the web emotional well-being advising. With such countless stages to browse, this one is unquestionably worth referencing. Yet, how great is it? What are its benefits? Is it costly? This 7 cups of tea review ...
Views: 792 - 7 Steps To Healing Your Wounded Child - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Evelyn LimThe "wounded child" is an archetype containing negative emotional patterns of our youth. You have a blocked or damaged archetypal pattern when you allow your wounded child to run your life. You find yourself attracting the same repeated pattern of negative experiences in your adult life. You ...
Views: 14770 - 8 Benefits Of Counseling For Mental Health - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2022 from Kim SmithMental health counseling is for anyone who has mental health concerns at any given time, not only those who battle with mental health. Whether you are experiencing stress, relationship issues, or anything else that weighs on your mind, mental health counseling can help. Counseling is comparable ...
Views: 634 - 8 signs that you need anxiety treatment - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2020 from tdi indiaAnxiety isn’t all bad until it remains under control and some anxiety is expected as a byproduct of leading a fast life in a chaotic-world. But sometimes the stress overwhelms body and mind and nothing works on it except anxiety therapy Los Angeles California. So, how do you know that you ...
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