What we think can influence how we feel and behave. Sometimes this cycle of “thoughts-emotions-behaviors” can get caught in an unhelpful loop. We consider three potentially problematic ways that our behavior could be impacted: avoidance, reassurance seeking, and isolation. Could these behaviors, at times, be standing in the way of a more fulfilling life?

Our thoughts can have us believing that everything they say are true. But that is not true. We consider three “cognitive distortions,” or ways that our thoughts can be unhelpful, which can contribute to difficult emotions and unwanted behavior. We review examples that may help you catch these types of unhelpful thoughts.

Communicating can be challenging! We may feel pulled to ‘keep it in’ or swing the other way and ‘lash out.’ In our latest blog, we consider an alternative. We consider steps to engaging in non-violent communication - a communication process that encourages compassion. These steps may be what you’re looking for at the next holiday gathering!

It can sting when we feel rejected by others. It may cause us to criticize or judge ourselves, which may only make it worse. Could rejection sting because we are not getting something we crave? We consider the Buddhist perspective of “craving” and three mindful, kind ways to deal with rejection.

Do you ever feel like worry, doubt, or insecurity stand in the way of happiness and joy in your relationships? We consider three tips for decreasing relationship anxiety: practicing mindfulness, enhancing communication skills, and not taking things personally.

Avoidance can limit our ability to lead fully engaged lives. Luckily, there are many ways someone could aim to lessen avoidant behavior in their life. We consider three ideas: acceptance, taking small steps, and alternatives. You’re not alone if you notice avoidant behavior in your life and support is available.

Avoidance is an effort to not experience any number of things including thoughts, emotions, situations, or events. While avoidance can seem helpful, it may limit our ability to lead fully engaged lives. Learn three ways that avoidance could show up in life. With increased awareness, we have more opportunity to turn toward meaningful change.

The “Living with Meaning” blog series concludes as we consider ideas that can help us make purposeful changes in our lives. If we notice areas where our actions do not fully support our values, we have an opportunity to take action and guide ourselves in the direction of greater meaning.

The “Living with Meaning” blog series continues with tips to help us see where in life our values may or may not be showing up. This can help us choose actions that move us in the direction of what matters most to us, toward increased meaning and fulfillment.

We want to live meaningful and satisfying lives, but it is not always easy to know how. The “Living with Meaning” blog series helps us consider how we could increase meaning in life, in an effort to lead more satisfying, fulfilling lives. We begin by asking, “what matters?”

Does it feel easier to notice the ‘negative’ in your day rather than the ‘positive?’ If so, you’re not alone. Learn about the influence of the ‘negativity bias’ and how you can aim to balance the imbalance with mindfulness and noticing the good.

Do you ever wish that you could cope with your emotions better - for the sake of yourself and those around you? We explore three tips: reframing emotions, trusting they are temporary, and disentangling the experience using mindfulness.

Do you love feeling in control? Probably, yes! But does it come at a cost? We consider the answer to that question; and, how we may loosen the grip on control with self-talk, meaningful behavior change, and acceptance.

Spirituality can support us in many ways. Consider three broad concepts and related practices if you’re trying to begin or deepen a sense of spirituality. For support on your personal growth journey with spirituality, contact Grow True Psychology for a free 15-minute informational phone consultation.

Can spirituality help with anxiety, depression, and getting through hard changes? Learn more about how spirituality may help and how you could get support in developing or strengthening spirituality in holistic therapy.

What does the “soul” mean? How could it be important to a personal growth process? We consider how we may understand the soul, and how we could work to build a connection with the deepest self.

Part three of the break-up blog series explores how the soul can help us heal. We consider the power of spirituality, self-compassion, and gratitude. Plus, see if your break-up may be an opportunity for personal growth.

Join us for part two of our break-up blog series. Here, we consider how you may use the body to help your mood, self-esteem, and connection. Plus, see if holistic therapy could help you during your break-up.

Getting through a break-up can be very difficult. In three parts, we will consider how you may bravely get through a break-up using the mind, body, and soul. We begin with the mind and how we may refocus our thoughts.

Walk-and-talk therapy is one way you could receive holistic therapy. While addressing concerns like anxiety, life changes, stress, or periods of adjustment, walk-and-talk therapy can offer many additional benefits. Learn more here!