Body Scan
Mindfully notice sensations in each part of the body, going through them one by one. Practice non-judgment and returning from thoughts to the direct experience of the body.
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Loving Kindness Practice
This loving kindness practice involves silently repeating phrases that offer good qualities to oneself and to others.
Giving Yourself Compassion for a Difficult Situation
Sometimes when clients go through difficult times, it activates their habits of self-judgment. This guided meditation helps one to nurture compassion for oneself in regards to a difficult situation.
Functions of Emotions
Despite what we’re often told, happiness is not the default emotion for humans. The reality is that we need to experience all of our emotions; they each have a purpose. Our emotions provide us information that logic alone cannot give us.
The Pressure to Not Be Yourself (Conforming to Others Holiday Expectations)
Feeling the pressure to fit in with what one’s friends or family are doing this holiday season can be stressful! After all, it seems easier to “give in” [and conform] than to “rock the boat” and go against others’ expectations.
What may have started out as tradition may begin to feel like an overwhelming obligation. It might begin to feel as though others have control of your schedule and choices. I “have” to visit this person, then I “have” to visit that person. I “have” to make this, then I “have” to make that. I have to buy…I have to go…I have to do… !!
Named the Face of Counseling by MPLS | St. Paul Magazine
CARE Counseling was honored with the recognition of being named the FACE of Counseling by the MPLS | St. Paul Magazine
Remember the Date and Celebrate
How often do you find yourself forgetting an important date? Perhaps a birthday, anniversary, important milestone, job interview, or medical appointment?
Within relationships, acknowledging important dates in loved one’s lives has special significance. It shows that you are thinking about them and that you care.
Celebrating special dates with a loved one can be a truly meaningful experience. It can help the other person feel loved and appreciated.
Rituals and Traditions in Celebration
December is a month of celebration. It is also a month full of rituals and traditions.
Rituals differ from traditions in that rituals involve a series of actions that are repeated. A tradition is similar in that beliefs or behaviors are passed down, with cultural significance tied to the past; however, they do not need to be performed in a prescribed order.
Thankfulness / Gratitude
The Oxford Dictionary defines the word grateful as “showing an appreciation of kindness.” Being grateful is an action whereas being thankful is a feeling. While the holidays have looked different this year, especially compared to past years, I reflect on thankfulness and choose to practice gratitude.
Communicating– Family Health Histories
How often does the topic of family mental health history come up while sitting around the dinner table? I am guessing not very often! What about your family’s medical history? This topic may feel a bit more comfortable but also tends to not be discussed.
