There is only one you. We need the fullness and richness of your unique personhood. From where have you come, where are you, what is your passion, why?
Revitalize with Ease
In our offices and among ourselves at Spanish River Counseling Center, there is a reverberating message heard, unlike any time I can recall. There are many variations, but the overriding theme is “I’m exhausted, I’m tired, I never feel rested and/or recovered from the stresses I have faced.” Even the suggestion of a recent article that springtime is all about growth could trigger the weary. However, most of us do carry a desire to grow, at least somewhere deep down inside.
Increasing Marital Intimacy - 6 Doors to Open for “Into-Me-See”
What is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)?
One of the most researched and successful methods for healing trauma memory might sound like an idea that some mad scientist thought up. But to the mental health community’s surprise, it works! Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (see why we shorten it to EMDR?) works very well with a qualified therapist who is well trained and experienced in using it.
Dialoging as a Couple
Anxious Thoughts
Are your anxious thoughts robbing your peace of mind?
Most anxious and depressive thoughts are literally toxic to our brains, bodies, and relationships. Try this easy and effective exercise next time you feel anxious…
A cascade of bio-chemicals gets released into our systems and we are stuck with the thoughts! When the thought occurs, find a safe, quiet place and visualize a big red STOP sign in your mind mentally and/or say out loud, “stop it. Dwelling on this is poison to my mind and body.”
Visualize three doors. Each door is a different way you can choose to deal with this provoking thought. Choose one. Do it now or later. If the thought comes back, visualize the STOP sign and begin again.
Here’s an example:
Anxious thought: “I will never catch up at work. I’m so far behind. I am overwhelmed.”
STOP sign up: (The toxic thought won’t change reality anyway)
Three Doors of possible solutions
Door 1 - I need to just call a friend and download
Door 2 - I can ask for help at work
Door 3 - I can let my boss know I want to be productive and would like to review priorities and my job description to make sure needs and timelines are clarified so that we are on the same page.
Choose your door. Your anxiety will be relieved and your mind and body will be at ease!
— Dr. Brent Gray, Ph.D., L.M.H.C.
