Tag: Hurt
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Bipolar 1, Bipolar 2: Mania and Depression
When we look at the symptoms of bipolar 1 or bipolar 2, we see symptoms that are a result of unresolved emotional confusion about relationships, uncertainty about one’s place in the culture, and very little control of instinctual drives and emotions. When we move into adulthood and there is little or no guidance; mania and…
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The Simplicity of Emotional Intelligence
“Those who have little interest in spirituality shouldn’t think that human inner values don’t apply to you. The inner peace of an alert and calm mind is the source of real happiness and good health. Our human intelligence tells us which of our emotions are positive and helpful and which are damaging and to be…
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Anger Management, Going a Little Deeper
I would like to go a little farther with this very good explanation of anger management that was written by: Jeanne Segal, Ph.D., and Melinda Smith, M.A. http://www.helpguide.org/mental/anger_management_control_tips_techniques.htm Please read this first to get a broader picture. Segal and Smith wrote that anger is often a cover-up for other feelings. “In order to get your…
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Family Therapist: We are in this together, page one
Family Therapist A family therapist helps with the confusion and hurt as families move through the natural changes in life. The family therapist asks, “What is this problem trying to teach us?” Everyone has something to learn in family therapy, even the therapist. The fluctuations of emotional intimacy and emotional distance are always there, but…
