Holidays, celebrations & connections

The variations of what people celebrate this time of year are not all summarized in "Christmas" time.  The masses who celebrate in exchanges, get togethers, food festivities and in common greetings is quite remarkable - especially for those who are not similarly inclined - yet even they engage!  Santa and reindeer, stars and mangers, or maybe  jolly good times - whatever the reason for taking time off from work, the wrapping of gifts and baking treats, traveling afar and hosting many - it brings "families" and communities together.  As imperfect as people may be - in a culturally and overwhelming holiday such as this one,  the years and the differences of "us" are inited in "happy holidays."  Whether grand or small, abundant or frugal, treasures or practicalities, overflowing or critically necessary - gifts are every where.  December, 2018!

GUILT: It cannot only be called "an emotion." Here's why ...

Guilt is not only emotion. In fact, to call guilt "a feeling" makes it impossible to change. You see, as a feeling guilt does not occur without an associated cognition. The thought that something could or should have happened differently is what activates guilt. And, thoughts can be changed. The idea that a past event could have or should have been different is what makes guilt totally invalid. How can a past be changed? The idea that what is known now COULD have been known back then is the loop that creates the emotional chaos, hidden in "guilt". Could and should are helpful in the future. In the past ... it is the cognition of guilt, invalid as it is, that has to be changed.

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PLUS POWER?

PLUS POWER!

The plus sign may be seen as added stress, added difficulty, added bills and more oppression.  The plus sign may also be seen as added effort, added change, added work and more diversity.  The PLUS is constant yet the thinking is variable.

            + THINKING = POWER!

#hope #thinking #power #hypnosis

Being unique is not so special ...

Being unique is NOT special. Everyone has DNA, retinas and finger prints that make them each and all distinguishable.  The irony in being uniquely you, is that biologically you already are!   Need help in being more of yourself? 

#counseling  #therapy #selfesteem  #confidence #beyourself #DNA #LOVE_YOURSELF

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Is it OKAY to SHOP For A Therapist???

Free consultations are a great way to decide if you want to work with a therapist.  Not all therapists offer the service, but think about this: people shop for cars, houses and daycare centers --- why not shop for a therapist?   See More ===>  http://youtu.be/dN6M4KFc9MM & http://www.talkifuwant.com/