One useful tool for simplifying problems in relationships is learning to be precise in your speech by structuring and simplifying the convo.
Perceptions, Interferences, and The High Cost of Attention
It’s no surprise that our perceptions influence how we view the world. The challenge is that we are limited in what can be perceived because our brains are continually assessing, simplifying, and sorting what is relevant. Imagine trying to notice everything happening around you all at once. You are unlikely … Read More
Let’s Get Serious about Laughter
Laughter can be contagious and there are many benefits of laughter for your body, stress management, and relationships.
Facing Your Emotional Dragon
The emotional music in your brain structures the way you engage with others. Emotions color your world and can shape your suffering.
Chronic Pain & Your Brain – Rediscovering hope through writing.
When experiencing chronic pain, the reasoning parts of the brain remain offline while in survival mode and can rob individuals of their perspective.
How to be a Man: Messages on Masculinity – Part 8
Having freedom outside rigid definitions of masculinity is not about turning boys into girls. It is about shaping a culture of empathy; giving boys permission to develop all emotions, deal with their own pain, encouraging good media messages, and encouraging boys and young men to redefine what is masculine.
How to be a Man: Messages on Masculinity – Part 7
There are many expectations our culture places on masculinity. If we continue to ignore or push aside these messages, they are not likely to change.
Uncertainty around us – Focus on the good!
There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now. And while it’s important to stay informed, continually following grim news coverage will keep attention focused on the despair. I’m not suggesting that the alternative is to be naive or uninformed, but to recognize that your brain develops where … Read More
Covid-19 Resources
Times feel uncertain. During uncertainty, our actions need to be intentional. Thriving in this season is possible by implementing a few daily, simple self-care strategies. Our team at GROW Counseling has developed some resources designed to help you thrive during this difficult time. These tools will help you stay grounded … Read More
How to be a Man: Messages on Masculinity – Part 6
Our culture is consistently sending mixed messages about masculinity and sexuality. In this sixth part, we will examine those mixed messages and the statistics as presented in the documentary The Mask You Live In. Political scientist & educator Dr. Caroline Heldman says, “I call what we do to our little … Read More
