by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Dec 3, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Person is part of the definition. It is who you are and is yours alone. Choose who you want to be.” In psychology, we are trained that a person’s personality forms at a very young age based on genetics and environmental factors. As a person ages, it...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Dec 2, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Like a broken arm, depression is a medical condition. If you think it is a choice, you have never had it.” Depression is most likely the most misunderstood condition there is. In the past, depression was often viewed as a choice. I have been told people...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Dec 1, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Anger is both an impulse and a choice. How we react to it can determine our future.” Anger is tricky, as it is often seen as an impulse one cannot control. I often hear the phrase “He made me angry” and have used this phrase myself. Is it an...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 30, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Careers are not jobs; careers are something long lasting and enjoyable but are difficult to create.” If you are looking for a job to make you happy, you are mistaken. A job is something that changes over time from employer to employer. When one has a job,...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 29, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“We all have beliefs, ask yourself what yours are, and if they are healthy. Some beliefs, like negativity are unhealthy and toxic.” I have had people tell me they do not believe in anything and have no beliefs. This is untrue as we all have many different...
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