It’s okay to be selfish…
in fact, it is critical to our wellbeing. If you are that selfless person that puts others before yourself, I commend you, but I would like to ask if it ever leaves you feeling underappreciated or bitter that others take…
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a silent painful death…
Suicide…It’s unexpected, It’s shocking, It’s unbelievable, It’s confusing, It’s…It’s….UNREAL. When it happens to you…when someone you love takes their life…It doesn’t make sense. When you’re on the other side…when you’re the one who takes their own life, it makes perfect…
Solitude Vs. Loneliness
I’ve been told that in order to love and find love/happiness you must experience life completely ALONE. You must learn about yourself, you must understand your own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors without the influence of another. You must detach from…
The Doors…
I don’t know about y’all but it seems just as things are going well and stress free a DOOR SLAMS in my face!!! Which causes me to jump into HUSTLE mode to get things accomplished. I’ve always been a firm…
What’s so SCARY about Mental Illness??
Throughout history the topic of mental illness has been almost taboo. They used to burn crazy women “witches” at the stake, and give the misunderstood or those who were out of control a lobotomy. Even to this day some view…
The Fear of Fear
Throughout my life I have been crippled by fear. I only recently discovered this. I was comfortable with what life was. I always dreamed of more, but was too SCARED to make changes or take risks. I didn’t push myself…
Friendships they can build you up, or they can break you down….
I have been an LPC for 4 years and a CSC for 8 years. As a Middle School Counselor, I ran into many issues in regards to friendships. As an LPC I see adults, young adults, and children who have…
The Bullet Journal
I recently heard about the Bullet Journal while speaking to a young client a few weeks ago. We were talking about how keeping track of details, and doing research can ease her overwhelming thoughts. I didn’t understand exactly what it…
How Millennial are you?
Everywhere you turn these days you will hear something about a “Millennial.” What, or who is a Millennial? Google that ASAP!! You might hear that the Millennial only cares about social media, selfies, texting, and are completely about themselves(Selfish). Well…