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we often find ourselves carrying a heavy load of negative emotions. From stress and anxiety to frustration and anger, these emotions can weigh us down, affecting our mental and emotional well-being. However, there’s a powerful tool at our disposal that can help us unload these burdens: journaling. 

Picking a major in college can be difficult for anyone, but finding balance between your existing creative skills and a major can bring even more challenges. As a creative, you possess artistic abilities that can often feel restrained when examining the requirements of some college majors.

No couple agrees on everything all the time. Disagreements are a normal part of every relationship. In fact, two people who feel the freedom to express their individual thoughts and opinions with their partner, even when they differ, is a sign of health and safety within the relationship.

Motherhood is a beautiful and transformative journey that brings immense joy and fulfillment. However, it is also a role that can be overwhelming and demanding, often causing mothers to neglect their own well-being. One of the most significant challenges faced by mothers is the potential loss of self-identity. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of investing in counseling during motherhood and how it can help prevent the loss of self.

Distress Tolerance skills are skills that can be used when you face overwhelming emotions in the moment. Overwhelming emotions can make a person feel out of control and often react in harmful ways to themselves or others due to the internal pain they are experiencing.

Distraction from an overwhelming emotion can be an effective tool, especially when it’s a distraction that brings you joy. This idea is based on a premise often explored in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or the theory that our behaviors can affect our thoughts, which in turn affect our emotions.

Distress Tolerance skills are skills that can be used for facing overwhelming emotions in the moment. Overwhelming emotions can make a person feel out of control and often react in harmful ways to themselves or others due to the internal pain they are experiencing.

We need to be careful and cognizant of how we “price” our leadership.

Blake Wingo shares insights on supporting a partner during a high-risk pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of education about the condition and being present at medical appointments. He stresses the need for open communication, encouraging partners to express fears and concerns while offering emotional support. To maintain their strength, Wingo advises partners to also seek support for themselves through counseling or support groups. His approach underlines the power of patience, empathy, and unwavering support to be a pillar of strength for a partner facing a high-risk pregnancy.

Couples are increasingly exploring open relationships, influenced by changing societal norms and individual preferences. This trend is linked to the recognition that traditional monogamy may not fulfill all individual needs. Media portrayals have normalized such relationships, while technology provides platforms for those interested to connect. Essential elements like open communication and trust are crucial for navigating the complexities of non-monogamous partnerships. Meanwhile, The Pursuit offers specialized counseling services by experienced therapists who cater to various concerns, promoting healing, recovery, and personal growth, with a free introductory consultation available.