How to Move From Adversity to Advantage
January 2, 2018
For article, “The 10 Commandments of an Emotionally Healthy Recovery,” click on photo.
Tag: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
My Funnest Post of 2017
January 1, 2018
My funnest post of 2017 was this one, my personal take on what Dr. Seuss might say about how our minds work. For the purists out there… “Funnest” is not a word. Nor is “Funner,” nor “Funning,” Nor “Funnierest.” I would argue that if Dr. Seuss were alive today, he would use them all. I … More My Funnest Post of 2017
Trying to Live a Pain-Free Will Keep You Stuck
December 29, 2017
I once worked with a young man in a residential treatment program who was experiencing significant stress and conflicts, both internally and in his relationships. On a particularly difficult day, he asked me “Is there a pill I can take to just make this easier?” I thought for a moment, then responded “I don’t know … More Trying to Live a Pain-Free Will Keep You Stuck
How can Your “Yes, But’s” Serve You?
December 28, 2017
I began a recent article with a question, “You have one life to live. How much of your life do you spend thinking about your “Butts?” Our “Yes Buts” become excuses, a way taking the easy way out. The more often you “Yes, but…” the more you are giving yourself an excuse not to do … More How can Your “Yes, But’s” Serve You?
Can You Make Friends With Your Anger?
December 27, 2017
Making friends with your pain, your anger is not easy. But when you allow yourself to feel, to have your pain or anger or anxiety you can stop fighting. You save your energy so you can invest it in living. It’s difficult. I know. I am facing some uncomfortable emotions and pain that is honestly … More Can You Make Friends With Your Anger?
6 Workouts for Your Inner “Yes-Butter”
December 23, 2017
Learn to let go of your inner “Yes-Butter” and instead listen to your inner “Yes-Better” ___ Your mind is very good at being a “Yes-Butter.” You can tell that your mind is Yes-Butting when it judges you, disputes and constantly reminds you of your shortcomings, failures and various “issues.” We began yesterday’s post with a … More 6 Workouts for Your Inner “Yes-Butter”
The More You Fight, The More The Fight Will Fight With You
December 19, 2017
Fight, flee or freeze? Survival depends on making the right choice. Sometimes our minds get it wrong and our fight ends up locking us into behaviors that fight against us. Fighting for freedom can sometimes become a fight with freedom. I have learned that as I dropped the gloves, I won my life back. The … More The More You Fight, The More The Fight Will Fight With You
WANTED! The Word “Just”! For Killing Compassion.
December 17, 2017
Submitted by: Ben Sedley. You can learn more about Ben and his counselling practice at this link. Written by: Ben Sedley. You can learn more about Ben and his counselling practice at this link. Ben has also written an excellent book, Stuff that Sucks: A Teen’s Guide to Accepting What You Can’t Change and Committing to What You Can (The … More WANTED! The Word “Just”! For Killing Compassion.
Your Words, Not Your Income or Your Body Fat Percentage are the Key to Happiness
December 16, 2017
For article, “The Words You Use to Describe Your Life May Be Making You Unhappy” click on the photo.
Are You Having Trouble Taking Your Next Step?
December 12, 2017
When you take a step, your step is more than a step. Even tiny steps will keep you going in a worthwhile direction. ___ Imagine if you met someone sitting at a train station who told everyone how great it is to go West. “West is the way of the future,” he says. “We should … More Are You Having Trouble Taking Your Next Step?
Getting High on Recovery 