Something I struggle with is self compassion. I was introduced to the research and teaching of Kristin Neff. She has developed self compassion exercises and mindfulness . I was introduced to this about 3 years ago. I have come to accept that the only way to genuinely experience peace is to meet yourself, and your … Continue reading Compassion
We live in a culture that condemns feelings and emotions that are not viewed as “positive”. Read each statement and become aware of body sensations and any thoughts or feelings that come up. Pull yourself up from your boot straps. Calm down, you really need thicker skin. You are too sensitive. You get upset too … Continue reading All the Feels
I went to a local conference for Counselors and Social Workers a few weeks ago. It was pretty informational. I enjoyed it. The last session was about self care, and one of the points the speaker drove home was compassion. Compassion Fatigue, Compassion toward your clients, and compassion toward yourself. She sited a rebound Compassion … Continue reading Being Compassionate Toward Yourself (Anger Part 3 Probably)
I am one who appreciates justice. Even more, I am quick to want people to pay for what they've done, or rather, what I perceive they have done. This is something that I have worked on and grown in during the course of my life. Something I have struggled with has been dealing with the … Continue reading Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Your Anger Part 2
If you find yourself in search of a counselor, and you, like many people, want to be sure that you get the best one. I want to provide you with information that will help you in your search. First off: In order to be a licensed counselor in the state of texas, one must have … Continue reading My Counselor is an LPC-Intern What does that Mean?
Can I be honest? If I think about it too much, I can begin to obsess over approval. Did I upset them? Did I over react?Did I show too much emotion? Are they taking advantage of me?Will they take advantage of me?What steps do I need to take to avoid this? The questions above are … Continue reading Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Your Anger Part 1
Life is full of them, there are developmental theorist that write books about them. Among the many things that are thrown at us during our time on earth: Life transitions sometimes leave us wishing we had someone to walk alongside us during them. Some may include, but are not limited too.. A parent with a … Continue reading Life Transitions
via Daily Prompt: Promises I have been reflecting a lot lately.Reflecting on the person I use to be, the person I have become , and the person I want to grow into. I don’t look back in regret, but rather, to rejoice in the victories I have had, and continue to have in the Lord. … Continue reading I Promise…
via Daily Prompt: Facade Ok, first things first. I had a brain freeze and couldn’t remember what facade meant. Here is a definition if you are wondering. And if not, I’m going to share anyways. Facade : an outward appearance that is maintained to conceal a less pleasant or creditable reality. “her flawless public facade … Continue reading Face-Ade
via Daily Prompt: Obvious I am not always one to pick up on things . I am sometimes slow to pick up on jokes, unspoken words, and would rather someone just speak open , clearly and direct with me instead of trying to get me to understand something through beating around the bush. In fact, … Continue reading Who is Captain Obvious??
Accepting The Peace 