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8 Ways to Practice Mindfulness Everyday

by Joel SchmidtMindfulness January 24, 2019July 16, 2019No Comments

Full disclosure: Even though mindfulness is something I’ve been preaching for years, it’s something I have a hard time fully putting into practice. That being said, the ways I have been able to implement mindfulness strategies and concepts into my daily life (without having to meditate) have benefited me significantly. Mindfulness has proven to be more than a trendy buzzword for me, individuals I’ve worked with, and for researchers in the field who have found …

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Your Therapist – on the Journey as Well

by Joel SchmidtTherapy January 15, 2019July 16, 2019No Comments

The “therapeutic relationship” refers to the relationship between counselor and client in therapy. Therapy is a kind of human interaction and relationship that is different than most. When we engage in therapy, we are engaging in a kind of contract that outlines the roles of the Therapist vs. Client. What is expected of each is entirely different and without the kind of reciprocal expectations one might find in that of a friendship or relationship with a …

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“So How does that make you feel?” – What Really Happens in Therapy?

by Joel SchmidtTherapy December 30, 2018July 16, 2019No Comments

If you’ve never been to therapy before, there are probably a few things that come to mind when you think about it – and those things probably come to mind as a result of what you’ve been exposed to in the media and in Hollywood depictions. Perhaps you imagine lying on a couch and being asked to talk about how you feel. Your therapist nods his or her head, jots down some notes, glances at …

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Why we get Stuck – And Steps to Getting “Unstuck”

by Joel SchmidtSelf-improvement, Therapy December 28, 2018July 16, 2019No Comments

Are you feeling stuck? If so, you know it’s a frustrating feeling. Whether in the context of a relationship, a career, or the mundane routine of day-to-day life, it comes along with wanting change – or wanting more. You might feel like you’re on the treadmill of life – moving along, but not really getting anywhere. Other times, it feels more like facing a multi-pronged fork in the road – being faced with several options …

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Healthy Ways to deal with a Breakup – Do’s and Don’ts

by Joel SchmidtBreakups December 28, 2018July 16, 2019No Comments

Breakups are on a short list of some of the most heartbreaking and painful experiences in life. Whether the breakup was mutual, a decision you made, or something you didn’t see coming – it’s a loss. After all, you invested time, energy, and emotion into the relationship. A part of your identity was associated with your ex. Daily routines probably involved communicating with this person, spending time with them, and relying on one another for …