Christmas is a season of hope. It’s a time when we remember the birth of a child who would change the world. A child who came to bring light into the darkness, love into the world and hope to the hopeless.
As we journey through this Christmas season, we are……
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Anxiety is a common human emotion, and so is fear. But they are very different from one another. Fear is a response to a life-or-death threat. Anxiety is a response to an internal threat to self. Let me explain.
When there is a threat to our life, like a car accident or someone pointing a gun at us, we have an automatic response; we fight them off, get the heck out of there, or freeze (become immobile.) This is fear.
Anxiety, on the other hand, is a mixture of internal responses to life. It’s related to how…..
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Hiring a therapist can be one of the most important AND scary steps you take. Unfortunately, most people don’t take time choosing their therapist. Think about how important it is to have this person be the right choice. After all, you will most likely share things with this person that you haven’t shared with others. You’re seeking their expertise to your problems.
It's critical to take the time to interview potential therapists. Whether you are struggling with a mental illness, an addiction or family problems, having the appropriate person on your team is essential to your mental health.
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