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The Importance of Mind-Body Work for Treating Grief - by Michael Roth- “I Felt Suicidal!” - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWent I went to a new salsa dancing class in the middle of 2010, there was one woman who caught my eye. And while we were dancing together, I asked her about where she was from and what she did, amongst others things. I was pulled in by her appearance, and her easy going and friendly nature ...
Views: 888 - “We Are Walking Trees” - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperWhen I was speaking to Ben Ralston, a therapist, healer, advanced Sivananda Yoga teacher, and writer, a number of months ago, he went into what someone had shared with him in the past. He said that this person had told him that human beings were basically walking trees. I spend a fair amount ...
Views: 886 - Is Our Life Defined By Ancestral Trauma? - by Submitted on May 14, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperA number of years ago, a few articles were written about how trauma from slavery and the holocaust can be passed down. What this means, then, is that it doesn’t matter how many years have passed since these things took place, as what happened can have an effect on their descendents. Hard to ...
Views: 868 - Just Say "No" to Drama - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2015 from Janet PfeifferIt seems as though one cannot make it through an entire day without drama popping up somewhere. Whether at work, in the news, or within our own homes, we are constantly surrounded with chaos and crisis. While some seem to thrive on it, others avoid it like the plague. Not all drama is harmful. ...
Views: 856 - Their Arm Was Covered In Cuts! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperWhen I was out the other day, I saw someone who had all these cuts on their forearm and I thought that this person must self-harm. Over the years, I have seen a number of people with arms that have received a lot of harm. But, whenever I see something like this, I usually feel pain through ...
Views: 856 - Bullying Behavior:Behavior that No One Forgets - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from James BurnsI speak to teachers all over New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia so I was thrilled when I got a call from my hometown school district, and they asked me to do a workshop for their teachers. Some of the teachers I had when I was a student were still there, and it was a lot of fun for ...
Views: 847 - How Deployments Worsen PTSD - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: “re-experiencing symptoms,” “avoidance symptoms,” ...
Views: 843 - The Challenge of Depression Extends Beyond the Individual - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2016 from Gary DirenfeldCoping with depression requires one’s partner and family to understand the difference between depression and sadness. Sadness usually refers to a sense of loss, grief or upset in response to an event typically recent in one’s life. While sadness can be intense, it usually runs its course as ...
Views: 841 - Various Kinds of Fears and Overcoming Them - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dion DalyThere are various kinds of fears. Nevertheless, they can be classified into three central fears: internal, external, or subconscious. Among the three, the subconscious and internal type of fear is the most problematic to find a cure for because the person must take the initiative to identify the ...
Views: 833(1 vote) - The Brain on Morality - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2014 from Abigail FazelatCombat soldiers are placed in a very precarious position once they join the military. While they were civilians, soldiers were taught that violence and murder were both morally wrong, and should refrain from committing such acts against others. However, on the battlefield, these same soldiers ...
Views: 831 - True-Self: Do Some Peoples Childhoods Set Them Up To Be Preoccupied With Feeling Safe? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIt is often believed that self-esteem is the defining factor when it comes to how someone experiences life. So, if someone has a good amount of it there life will be fulfilling; whereas if they don’t their life won’t be. On one side will be someone who is living a life that is deeply ...
Views: 830 - SOLUTION FOR WORLD PROBLEMS COULD HAVE BEEN THUS TOO - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaThose possessing the wealth of a brilliant intellect too are scientists in a certain sense. Various institutions and systems of the government and society work as per their directions and pressure. Lest social vile traditions and individual unethical activities/behavior were vehemently opposed ...
Views: 827(1 vote) - Emotional Distress: How to Recover from a Traumatic Experience - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2018 from Dixie SomersTraumatic experiences can range from accidents to natural disasters, and they can leave lasting scars on the people who experience them. If you're one of these individuals, however, you don't have to let your trauma rule your life. You can start identifying, processing and working through your ...
Views: 826 - Trump’s Appeal to Arab Nations to Deal with Radical Militants Foretold in Daniel 8? - by Submitted on May 21, 2017 from Richard Ruhling“Every time a terrorist murders an innocent person and falsely invokes the name of God, it should be an insult to every person of faith,” said Trump. Historians say Daniel 8 was fulfilled when Alexander the Great conquered the Medes and Persians (v 20) but they overlooked verse 17 where ...
Views: 824 - Beyond The White Dress - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2018 from Dominique NicoleAs a Divorce Coach and Consultant, by the time people find me, they are well beyond marital bliss and about to embark on one of life’s major life changing events, we know as divorce. There are woman that sit in my chair and as I listen to their stories and the history of their marriage, I ...
Views: 817 - Depression and ‘Treatment Resistance’ - by Submitted on May 28, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs reports that one in five combat veterans develops Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, either during or shortly after combat. The Mayo Clinic defines PTSD as having three main categories of symptoms: “re-experiencing symptoms,” “avoidance symptoms,” ...
Views: 817 - 7 Strategies for Healing After Rape and/or Sexual Abuse - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Tonya PrinceIt hurts. Rape and sexual abuse are a scalding kind of pain. Still, it is possible to heal. Even from this pain. 1.Celebrate your survival. You’re here and you’re alive. You made it. You may be a bit frayed around the edges, but who wouldn’t be? In spite of all that you’ve been through, ...
Views: 814 - Getting Justice For The Bad Fate With A Car Accident Lawyer - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from Mae Sta. MariaWe never know when and where, but accidents are everywhere. Generally, we don't wish to encounter such incident but it will come in our most unexpected settings. There are lots of accidents that happen everyday and the most common one is a car accident that nearly result to a severe physical ...
Views: 813 - Cure a Phobia – 3 Common Methods - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Leslie MeehanOf the various methods available to cure a phobia there are three which seem to have become very popular. Each is quite different from the others and which to use is often more to do with what feels right to the individual. Let’s go through the 3 commonest ways to cure a phobia. Each of the ...
Views: 809 - Boundaries: Do Some Peoples Childhoods Stop Them From Being Able to Feel Safe In Their Body? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough every human being on the planet has a head and a body, it doesn’t mean that each and everyone one of them feel connected to both of these parts of themselves. It may be hard for some people to understand how someone can be out of touch with a part of themselves, but, this is how some ...
Views: 804 - Surviving...and then...Thriving - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from Trisha SugarekI guess my absence, from contributing to this site, is a testimony to my recovery and mental health. I have spent the past few years rediscovering myself after being part of a relationship my whole life. It's been a painful, bittersweet, empowering journey. This Sunday will be the nine year ...
Views: 801 - Overcoming a Tragedy - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Margit Cathrine MollerOvercoming Tragedy The first half of 2011 was filled with news about tragedy - from floods, earthquakes, tsunamis, and fires to manmade tragic events such as the political turmoil in the some countries in the Middle East and North Africa. Even the news of Osama Bin Laden’s death reminds the ...
Views: 796(1 vote) - Overcoming Trauma - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Gail CloudHow do we overcome trauma in ourselves and our lives; through truth, resolution and understanding to create new action. Did you ever have the experience of someone giving you terrible news? Your child was in a terrible accident,your partner asked you for a divorce or separation, your friend was ...
Views: 793(1 vote) - Letting Go of Shame and Self Criticism - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2016 from Homaira KabirI was much older when I first recognized the voice of the inner critic. I’d known it for so long that I believed it to be my own. My later studies in psychology and working with wonderful women made me realize that we all carried this voice in our heads. Denying it or challenging it was often ...
Views: 789 - Stress – A Pathway To Dis-ease - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Harley DuffWe’ve become a society accepting the high level of stress in our lives. We struggle to pay bills, keep up with our children and their activities, and work in jobs with diminished rewards. A general feeling of malaise adds even more to our loads. How long can we carry our burdens without some ...
Views: 779(1 vote) - What is PTSD? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Eric RyanTo receive a diagnosis of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), you must have experienced an event that “involved actual or threatened death or serious injury, or a threat to the physical integrity of self or others” and must have reacted with “intense fear, helplessness, or horror”. PTSD ...
Views: 778(1 vote) - Memorial Day, Past and Present - by Submitted on May 28, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThis past Monday was Memorial Day, a day to celebrate those military members who have made “the ultimate sacrifice”. The History Channel hosts a video on the channel’s website called “Memorial Day” that delves into the history behind the holiday. The inspiration behind the holiday was first ...
Views: 777 - Anxiety: What Causes Anxiety? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone has anxiety problems, they may have a strong need to find a way to change their life. Then again, they could simply tolerate what is taking place and do the best that they can to keep it together. Undoubtedly, it is going to be far better if someone has a strong need to change ...
Views: 761 - Mindfulness and Trauma - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2013 from Judy GoldmanMindfulness is about stabilizing. Studies have shown that people who have experienced trauma can benefit highly from this type of work. (Cullen, 2011). When people have experienced trauma, they can be challenged with high levels of stress, anxiety and depression at any time. When we increase ...
Views: 761 - Discharged from the Military- Now What? Finding Purpose as a Civilian - by Submitted on May 28, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe military can quickly become an all-consuming lifestyle for both soldiers and their families. However, when those soldiers are discharged and released back into the civilian world, one out of five of those soldiers will severely struggle with that adjustment. The U.S. Department of ...
Views: 754 - Straight Talk about Psychological Trauma - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Gloria ThiessenWhat is trauma? We hear the word bandied about in the mental health community or at 12 step meetings, but what is trauma anyway? Simply put, it's someone's subjective experience of a disturbing life event. It overwhelms a person's ability to cope and leaves them feeling as if they'll be ...
Views: 754(1 vote) - Suicide Prevention in Toronto - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2016 from Giovanni Maccarronehttps://inspireyourselflc.org/suicide-prevention-toronto/ Hope when life feels hopeless. Experiencing suicidal thoughts, fear, or a way out of your pain? Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, or depression? People think you’re suicidal just to get attention while you’re actually looking ...
Views: 754 - What To Do When Tragedies Occur - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Kimberley CohenWith pain and suffering in the world, it can sometimes be difficult to believe that our world is still a beautiful place with beautiful people. When tragedy strikes – look for the helpers to lean on. There has and continues to be catastrophic events in life. Whether they are brought about ...
Views: 753 - Trauma in Children - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Cristina MardirossianJessica, age 11, was brought to therapy by both her parents. Jessica was very sporadic. She had questions about all of the games and toys in the therapy room. She jumped from one corner of the room to the other in order to see each toy up close. Jessica’s parents informed me that Jessica’s older ...
Views: 741(1 vote) - Finding forgiveness for you - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Lene StJohnFinding Forgiveness for Your Sake “To forgive is to give forth. It releases you from the past.” - “Positively Positive” on Twitter Forgiveness comes in many forms but the most important aspect to remember is that it's for the one who was offended or victimized. The offender or perpetrator ...
Views: 733(2 votes) - What Role Does A Difficult Past Play In Your Life? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2018 from Christiana StarFor many individuals, the past is not past but remains an ever-present influence in their present life. Even though the physical effects of past events often demand more attention, the psychological legacy may be much more difficult to move on from. If past events are processed as experiences to ...
Views: 729 - Is Your Inner Dialogue Keeping You Stuck In Pain - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2018 from Randi FineChanging the Way You Talk to Yourself Randi G. Fine, Author From the book Close Encounters of the Worst Kind: The Narcissistic Abuse Survivor’s Guide to Healing and Recovery © 2017 Each of us has a subconscious inner voice, called an “inner dialogue,” that strongly influences our life. ...
Views: 720 - Stress Management - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2016 from Jackie Wiliams BrockertWe all lead encounter some form of stress. Many times we clients go to psychics they are hoping for ways to cultivate decompressing from stress. For most people, a certain level of everyday stress is inevitable in these modern times. The structure of our lives seems to ...
Views: 704 - The way of the brain with brain wave mp3 - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from David KigerThere is a very easy method that gives us all a chance to find peace of mind and better health, clear thinking and a lot less stress in our life. You will have much more love,and joy, and be completely free from worry. While reading this article you will find out about a great discovery that ...
Views: 693 - Stressing Over Murdoch Madness - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Michele RisaLiving in a world where technology evolves into more complex forms by the second is an incredible accomplishment. Yet at the same time, it can generate manipulation, corruption, and invasion of privacy, given we are all too aware of computer hacking, cyber bullying, and identity theft. There ...
Views: 669 - Suicidal Thoughts: Why Do Some People Have Suicidal Thoughts? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2018 from Oliver JR CooperIn recent years, a lot has been said about the amount of people who are committing suicide. This may show that it is more common than before or it may show that this is something that is receiving more exposure than before. It has also been said that more men commit suicide than women, but ...
Views: 668 - Dealing with Post-Crime Stress – Take Steps Now - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2015 from Bill ClarkBeing burgled can be psychologically devastating for victims, not just because of the value of stolen items, but for the greater loss of treasured memories associated with keepsakes whether or not they are insured. Many people report sleep loss, feelings of impotent rage or personal invasion as ...
Views: 662 - Through a Simple Twist of Faith, Part Two - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2018 from Randi FineThrough a Simple Twist of Faith Part two of a three-part article written by Randi G. Fine Some who suffer adversity have had their lives negatively altered by an identifiable, pivotal event. Others gradually lose their foothold over a period of years. Though unaware that it was happening ...
Views: 660 - The Good Idea/Painful Memories - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2013 from Nancy LennertGood morning my friends…. Here we are ready to face another day of giving and making a difference. We started our day very early this morning. I’m not sure why we all woke up so early but I have great expectations for this day. Let’s get started – It’s been put on my heart to speak ...
Views: 653 - How Meditation Can Help with Mental Problems - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2019 from Peter HillYou can practice meditation in many ways, and yet all of them are revolving around the same main aspects: to live the present moment, to shut down your thoughts, to pay attention to whatever is happening both inside and outside your mind, and to simply become an observant. And the best thing is ...
Views: 643(1 vote) - Trauma: Is It Important For Someone To Spend Time In Nature If They Have Experienced Trauma? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIn the same way that a rupture can severely weaken a tyre, trauma can also severely weaken a human being. But even though a broken type can be replaced by a brand new one, a human being won’t be able to find a another suit to replace the one that is not in a good way. As a result of this, ...
Views: 626 - Child Abuse: Is Child Abuse One Of The Reasons Why So Many People Have Mental And Emotional Problems? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIn recent years, a lot has been said about the amount of people that are not in a good way mentally and emotionally. Alongside this, a number of solutions have been put forward. One thing that is often recommended, if someone is not in a good way, is that they open up to friends or family ...
Views: 622 - Trauma: Are Some People Trying To Heal Trauma By Changing Their Thoughts? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2019 from Oliver JR CooperIf someone ends up getting into self-development, it can be a sign that their mind is their own worst enemy. So, instead of this part of them giving them the support and encouragement that they need, it will be doing the complete opposite. This part of them could have the tendency to produce ...
Views: 606 - Five Techniques for Dealing With Traumatic Stress - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2014 from Hannah WhittenlyNatural disasters, combat and other situations where there is a need for a heightened flight-or-fight response can have far-reaching effects, the most prominent of which tends to be long-lasting traumatic stress. The effects of traumatic stress can make everyday functions difficult. You may ...
Views: 603 - Treadmills are an essential part of any aerobics studio - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Matt WooledgeTreadmills are an important a part of any health club, as they simulate two of the very best sorts of exercise there are: strolling and running. When you may just as well go for a walk or run outside, a treadmill allows you to do it in a comfortable, controlled setting, where you'll be able to ...
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