The next post I make will be number 100 and I have a special post coming up for that. Here at number 99, I figured I’d look back at my top 10 most popular posts. They cover a variety of topics and exercises to do at home.
“Part of recovery is relapse. It's almost expected. At some point, after things have gotten better, they'll probably get worse again. The truth is, though, that your attitude towards relapses will have a big impact on how you handle them and whether you can use them to grow.”
“Not every therapist is a good match for every client. This means that sometimes, finding someone else is the best thing to do to progress in your recovery. There are, of course, reasons to stay with the one you have. By working through your differences, you develop a stronger bond and learn how to manage relationships outside the therapy room. But if any of the following points are a problem, then it might be time to find someone new.”
“Journaling is a very powerful way to explore yourself and come to a better understanding of who you are. I thought we’d look at some other ideas to write about. This time, we’ll take a look at questions that can help you improve your relationships.”
“It’s hard to make progress in therapy if you don’t trust your therapist. Trust is essential to the therapeutic relationship, which in turn is essential to recovery. But for many people, it’s by no means easy to open up to a complete stranger and talk about the most personal parts of their lives. This is where trust building comes in.”
“There are a lot of symptoms of mental illness, more than anyone can list off the top of their heads. But some are more severe than others. Here are a few of the ones where you should immediately seek advice from a mental health professional.“
“You might have certain beliefs that invalidate your mental illness. They might be reasons why you shouldn’t be mentally ill or why your illness is not that serious. You may even feel guilty for seeking treatment. One of the biggest causes for these thoughts is comparison to others.”
“The entertainment industry has a tremendous power in shaping the public view of mental health topics. With Silver Linings Playbook, a romantic comedy featuring a protagonist with bipolar disorder, up for eight awards at tonight's Academy Awards, attention is currently being focused on the challenges faced by those affected by mental health conditions.”
“Art therapy is a form of treatment that allows for expression beyond words. It gives you a chance to look at your problems in a different way and learn more about yourself. Today I thought I'd share three different exercises you can do at home. I've included examples of my own work.”
“First sessions with therapists can be kind of like first dates or job interviews. You want to find someone who is a good fit for you, so you ask a lot of questions. Figuring out what to ask, however, might not be the easiest thing to do while you’re in the moment. Pick whichever of the following questions are the most important to you and bring a list to your fist session. It’s better to know sooner rather than later if your therapist is the right person for you to be working with.”
“Journaling can be a great way of expressing what is going on inside of you. Writing forces you to slow down your thinking and be more mindful of your words, leading you to reach a deeper understanding of what you are going through. This can help you gain insights that let you progress on your journey towards healing.”
What have your favorite posts been? If you tell me in the comments, I can write more like them.
You may have noticed that I haven't been posting as regularly as I used to. I just wanted to let you know that I'm doing well, but am very busy because I'm in the middle of starting my own business. It's very exciting, but a lot of work and that has given me less time to spend on personal projects. I am going to try to keep doing sporadic posts when I can, but it will be a little while before I can give this blog the attention it deserves.
