by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 17, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Everything can be addictive. Do not judge others but look at your own. Choose to change, then make small steps daily.” Before you are quick to condone others for their addiction, as yourself, “What am I addicted to?”. This is not an enjoyable...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 16, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Without a purpose, you have little direction. Work to discover yours, but be patient in the process.” As yourself this, why are you here? What are you supposed to do? I believe we all have a purpose, and at different times of our lives, our purpose...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 15, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Sometimes, the most important members of your family are not the ones who share your blood.” Many people do not have a family to call they’re own. Some are abused, abandoned, and have few members of their family who cares about them. Often they are...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 14, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Taking time out for yourself is being productive and healthy. It is a requirement for a balanced life. Relax today.” I remember a time in my life where I thought relaxing was non-productive. This was a period where I had low self-esteem and felt if I...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 13, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“We all have them, however, the most important ones we do not get paid for. Money is not the only benchmark.” Do you have a job or a career? Many people talk about the job they have, however, is this something you do for money, or is it something you do...
by Nathan Driskell, MA, LPC | Nov 12, 2015 | Therapeutic Word of the Day
“Everyone experiences this. Learn to listen to what your body and mind are telling you.” If you know anything about Autism, you understand overstimulation. Overstimulation is when too much sensory information is being processed within the brain, causing in...
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