Many authors, from Viktor Frankl to Deepak Chopra, have discussed the importance of living a purposeful life. It is purpose that allows us to transcend ourselves and create meaningful moments. Frankl believed that a pursuit in meaning in life is far more important than the pursuit of happiness, as meaning connects us to our past, […]
Learning disabilities and counseling
Learning disabilities and counseling Mental illness and the following learning disabilities are not the same I’m only putting these two terms side-by-side because they both make everyday life difficult. If you are offended that I used terms next to one another this was not my intention. There are many learning disabilities as well as mental […]
Mindfulness Exercise #1
Here is a Mindfulness exercise you can try when you are experiencing anxiety. (Do this with caution, don’t do this while operating a motorized vehicle). Imagine you are in a crowded store or any place that has caused crippling anxiety in the past. The first thing you can do is remind yourself where you are. […]
Concrete Thinking VS Emotional Mind
Concrete thinking is literal thinking, focused on the physical world. It is the opposite of abstract or emotional thinking. People engaged in concrete thinking focus on the facts on the here and now, physical objects, and literal definitions (Concrete Thinking – GoodTherapy 2015). Objective thinking is Not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; based […]
