davidr, Author at Pattison Professional Counseling and Mediation Center https://www.ppccfl.com/author/davidr/ Helping You Live Your Life at its Best Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:58:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.5 https://www.ppccfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-android-chrome-512x512-3-32x32.png davidr, Author at Pattison Professional Counseling and Mediation Center https://www.ppccfl.com/author/davidr/ 32 32 For Attorneys https://www.ppccfl.com/mediation/for-attorneys/ Mon, 25 Jan 2021 19:23:20 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=383 Mediation Solutions works with attorneys and encourages parties to seek legal advice from an attorney. Non-attorney mediators do not give legal advice, but they are skilled in helping parties reach agreement when they are represented by attorneys or represent themselves. Advantages for Attorneys: Mediation Solutions provides attorneys and their staffs the ability to make one […]

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]]> Low Cost Divorce https://www.ppccfl.com/mediation/low-cost-divorce/ Mon, 25 Jan 2021 19:22:28 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=381 A relationship is ever-changing. Some changes may be temporary, such as marital separations. Other changes may involve more distinct breaks, such as divorce.  These transitions in a relationship are rarely easy. At Mediation Solutions, we assist couples with these transitions by offering mediation services that are both affordable and less stressful. Our low cost, non-attorney mediation solutions […]

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]]> Employee Assistance Programs https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/employee-assistance-programs/ Mon, 25 Jan 2021 19:05:04 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=380 Many employers offer Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services to their employees, providing access to free, confidential and professional counseling assistance. Counseling under an EAP is designed to help you cope with everyday stress, whether from personal issues or work-related issues. The EAP also serves as a resource to managers and supervisors to assist in the identification […]

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]]> Parent Coordination https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/parent-coordination/ Tue, 12 Jan 2021 19:26:07 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=382 Dealing with the conflict that arises in separation and divorce situations can be daunting and emotionally challenging, especially when parenting issues are involved. Resolving parenting issues can be even more difficult if one of the parents has a history of high conflict or domestic violence. Plus, frustration can mount when parents feel that their children are being […]

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]]> Mediation https://www.ppccfl.com/mediation/mediation/ Mon, 11 Jan 2021 19:28:32 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=384 Mediation helps individuals or groups resolve their disputes. A neutral third party (the mediator or the neutral) helps the various parties in a dispute reach a settlement or agreement. Mediation is helpful in a wide variety of conflicts, both simple and complex. Participants in mediation are given a chance to air their grievances, deal with […]

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]]> Group Therapy https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/group-therapy/ Sun, 10 Jan 2021 19:10:14 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=373 Often in life you struggle with challenges and issues that make you feel like you are the alone and isolated from the rest of society. To help you through these times, Pattison Professional Counseling and Mediation Center offers group therapy to help break those bonds of isolation and loneliness by providing treatment to small gatherings of individuals challenged with similar […]

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]]> Psychological Testing https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/psychological-testing/ Sat, 09 Jan 2021 19:07:18 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=379 Pattison Professional Counseling and Mediation Center offers a comprehensive psychological testing service administered by our licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Nina J. Gawlik. At Pattison, Psychological Evaluations or Testing is used in the therapy process to help both the client and the therapist understand how the client thinks, learns and feels.  In many clinical situations, testing can be very helpful in […]

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]]> Couple’s Therapy: The Secret Sauce of the Happiest Couples, plus Four Helpful Ingredients https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/couples-therapy-3/ Fri, 08 Jan 2021 23:10:43 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=438 How do some couples keep going strong after decades and other couples just fizzle out and dissolve? Researchers have long tried to answer that question by attempting to find the individual characteristics that comprise a successful relationship. Many of these characteristics have revealed the ingredients to the relationship success sauce, but recent research has unveiled […]

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]]> Christian Counseling https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/christian-counseling/ Fri, 08 Jan 2021 19:08:59 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=378 Deep within each one of us is the unquenchable desire to truly become the person that God created us to be. Struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, stress, PTSD / trauma, or other issues, can steal from you a life of satisfaction and enjoyment, keeping you from realizing a full life in Christ. […]

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]]> Court-Ordered Therapy https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/court-ordered-therapy/ Thu, 07 Jan 2021 19:08:42 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=375 We accept court-ordered referrals for the treatment of substance abuse, domestic violence, and anger management. Pattison Professional Counseling and Mediation Center provides a state-certified domestic violence treatment program. Short and long-term substance abuse treatment programs are also available. Professional, Certified Treatment to Help You Resolve Your Court-ordered Commitments Our clinicians are certified in the treatment […]

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]]> Therapy For Military Personnel https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/therapy-for-military-personnel/ Wed, 06 Jan 2021 19:09:22 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=374 Help for Fighting the Mental Battle of Military Service Have you been at war, even war within yourself?  Often in a military career, the mental battle is not just the campaign at the front line, dealing with the anguish of friends being wounded or killed in front of your eyes and the gripping fear that […]

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]]> Telehealth Therapy https://www.ppccfl.com/services/telehealth-therapy/ Tue, 05 Jan 2021 19:24:57 +0000 https://susan-page4.eblocks.io/?p=605 Professional counseling should be accessible, affordable, and convenient, especially with today’s social climate and the uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic. Meeting with a trained and licensed therapist online is a great way to get the care you need from the convenience of your own living space. Take Advantage of the Great Benefits of Using Telehealth […]

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]]> Child Therapy https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/child-therapy/ Mon, 04 Jan 2021 19:11:43 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=372 Crestview 850-682-1234 Fort Walton Beach 850-863-2873 Your child is very important to you. When we see our children struggle with issues and problems in life, it can be heartbreaking. Children May Need Help With Issues Requiring Special Attention It is important for children to have someone to talk to at times, to help reassure them […]

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]]> Family Therapy https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/family-therapy/ Sun, 03 Jan 2021 19:12:42 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=371 In all our lives, each one of us faces challenges. Families are no exception to this. When working together as one, a family can emerge through problems happier and healthier than they were before issues arose. Families Come in Many Shapes and Sizes Families come in many shapes and sizes:  two-parent families, single-parent families, blended families […]

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]]> For 2021: Add to Your Life, Don’t Subtract https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/for-2021-add-to-your-life-dont-subtract/ Sat, 02 Jan 2021 23:09:41 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=436 Do not miss out on an opportunity for renewal and cleansing with the new year. A change of years is a good time to throw out the old and ring in the new. Get 2020, with all of its pandemic fear, election contention, economic woes, depression and anxiety, out of your emotions by washing away […]

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]]> Couples Therapy https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/couples-therapy/ Sat, 02 Jan 2021 19:13:48 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=370 Your spouse is supposed to be your best friend. So what could have happened to change this? There can be a variety of things that affect marriage: Intimacy Issues Problems Communicating Sexual Issues Financial Problems Family Planning Infidelity Jealousy Relations with In-laws Lack of “Us Time” For those who are married, it can be said […]

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]]> Individual Therapy https://www.ppccfl.com/counseling/individual-therapy/ Fri, 01 Jan 2021 19:14:52 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=369 Life is too important to suffer needlessly With the stress of everyday living, knowing how to cope can be the difference between unneeded anguish or days filled with tranquility and fulfillment. Sometimes you need someone to talk with, a trusted professional who can help you put things into the proper perspective and help manage the challenges […]

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]]> Gratitude – an Attitude for a Healthier, Longer Life https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/gratitude/ Sat, 21 Nov 2020 23:07:27 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=434 With Thanksgiving just around the corner, its that time of year to focus on things that we are grateful for. Many of us gather with friends and family and show our appreciation that these people are in our lives. For one short day, feelings of gratitude abound and we feel better about our lives, that […]

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]]> Couples Therapy – Three Tips to Help Your Relationship Thrive https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/couples-therapy-2/ Sat, 21 Nov 2020 23:06:15 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=432 Like it or not, relationships experience conflicts and these conflicts generally fall into patterns. The goal of couples therapy is to change the negative patterns of relating you might have and help create the love you want. Couples therapy is a way to help you get there and has been found to be 75 percent […]

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]]> Five Strategies for Quelling Anxiety in Anxious Times https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/five-strategies-for-quelling-anxiety-in-anxious-times/ Mon, 05 Oct 2020 23:04:47 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=429 For many of us, the state of the world today ramps up our anxiety. Worrisome questions start to form in our minds: Is it just a matter of time before I contract COVID-19? Will the right politicians be elected to office? Will our economy and my job survive the current global economic crisis? We are […]

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]]> Helping People Recover From a Crisis By Using Psychological First Aid https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/helping-people-recover-from-a-crisis-by-using-psychological-first-aid/ Fri, 25 Sep 2020 23:03:34 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=427 In the wake of the recent tropical storms and hurricanes that have ravaged the Panhandle, many of us have friends and family members who have been adversely affected by a disaster. We often move quickly to meet their needs for water, health care, and shelter but fall short when it comes to focusing on their […]

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]]> The Key To A Happy Life Is All In The Equations – Three To Be Exact https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/the-key-to-a-happy-life-is-all-in-the-equations-three-to-be-exact/ Tue, 01 Sep 2020 22:59:28 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=425 It may seem a bit out of place to be discussing keys to a happy life in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, social unrest, and economic upheaval. However, this may just be the perfect time to ponder pathways to happiness, especially since we may have a bit more personal time on our hands with […]

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]]> Diminishing the Risks of Developing Dementia or Diabetes: A Simple Solution https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/diminishing-the-risks-of-developing-dementia-or-diabetes/ Sat, 01 Aug 2020 22:56:58 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=423 Believe it or not, dementia and diabetes have something in common. The risk of contracting one or the other (or both) increases significantly when we fail to do this consistently enough: sleep. Let’s face it – most of us do not get enough sleep. In fact, the American Sleep Association reports that 50-70 million US […]

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]]> Strategies for Coping in Anxiety-Ridden Times https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/strategies-for-coping-in-anxiety-ridden-times/ Fri, 29 May 2020 22:51:28 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=419 It is a frightening time: worldwide pandemic, entire cities under lock-down, soaring unemployment, and the threat to one’s safety and health are pushing up our anxiety levels. If you are a naturally calm person, you may have noticed an increased unrest or ill-at-ease feeling within you. If you already struggle with high anxiety, the added […]

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]]> Threat or Challenge? It Depends on How You Frame It https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/threat-or-challenge/ Wed, 20 May 2020 22:55:05 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=421 Everywhere you turn these days, the word “threat” practically slaps you in the face. Slowly emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic, many in the media and in our communities are still yelling threat, threat, threat and we become even more anxious and more stressed. Worries continue to arise when you step out of your front door: […]

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]]> Losing Loneliness: It’s Time to Give It the Boot https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/losing-loneliness/ Thu, 30 Apr 2020 22:45:10 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=417 During this time of lock-down and isolation, it is easy to fall into a feeling of loneliness. Don’t. Don’t do it. Here’s why: loneliness can have negative consequences for your mind and body. Research has shown that loneliness and a lack of social ties have been linked to inflammation, gene expression, and even higher mortality rates. Wait […]

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]]> Loss of Control: Five Steps to Countering Uncertainty Through Careful Choices https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/loss-of-control/ Mon, 27 Apr 2020 22:43:56 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=415 Many of us feel an unprecedented amount of uncertainty, ambiguity, and loss of control as we are forced out of our jobs, forced to stay home, and forced to confront an invisible enemy, one that may or may not make us deathly ill, but will certainly change our lives forever. We are impacted by restrictions […]

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]]> Getting the Most Out of Teletherapy – Guidelines and Tips to Make Your Sessions Great https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/getting-the-most-out-of-teletherapy/ Mon, 27 Apr 2020 22:41:21 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=412 Teletherapy is a great alternative to traditional in-office therapy visits, even more so during times of pandemic and stay-at-home recommendations. Concerned about privacy or commute times to your therapist’s office? Teletherapy offer great benefits by limiting your exposure to being recognized at the practice by friends or acquaintances and saves you time from commuting to […]

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]]> Five Ways to Rightly Respond to Rejection https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/five-ways-to-rightly-respond-to-rejection/ Sat, 29 Feb 2020 22:40:34 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=410 Sally met Harry back in the early ‘90s and, after a tumultuous courtship, went on to marry him. Now, almost 30 years and three children later, she finds out that Harry has a lover on the side and he wants a divorce. Devastated and feeling the full weight of rejection, Sally retreats into herself and […]

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]]> Preserving Your Peace During a Potential Pandemic https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/preserving-your-peace-during-a-potential-pandemic/ Sat, 22 Feb 2020 22:37:55 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=407 What do you feel when you hear or read the words “coronavirus” or “pandemic”? Does your heart quicken, your pulse race, and your anxiety rise? You are not alone. Most of us become unsettled at the thought of a viral invader potentially accosting our communities and loved ones, not to mention our own need for […]

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]]> Want to Lose Weight? Focus on the Why, not the How https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-to-lose-weight-focus-on-the-why-not-the-how/ Tue, 13 Aug 2019 22:36:33 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=404 Many of us have a few unwanted pounds on our bodies that we would love to shed. If you are one of those people looking to start a diet or are even in the midst of losing weight, you most likely know the HOW. Our email, TV programs, Facebook feeds, and the Internet sites we […]

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]]> Advice From an Ancient Roman Emperor on Facing the Day Ahead of You https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/advice-from-an-ancient-roman-emperor-on-facing-the-day-ahead-of-you/ Wed, 31 Jul 2019 22:30:01 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=402 One of the most critical times we face in a day happens just as we are waking up. The thoughts we listen to and the mindset we take on just after opening our eyes will captain the ship of our life throughout the course of the day. Wake up thinking positive thoughts and your day […]

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]]> How to Say a Proper No to Temptation and Reach Your Goals https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-to-say-a-proper-no-to-temptation-and-reach-your-goals/ Mon, 29 Apr 2019 22:28:29 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=400 When it comes to good mental health practices, saying a proper or healthy “no” to unnecessary commitments and frequent temptations can free you to focus on what is important to you and help you reach your goals. Often, though, we try to refuse a temptation offered to us by using language that robs us of […]

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]]> Making a Decision – First Step Towards Success https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/making-a-decision-first-step-towards-success/ Fri, 29 Mar 2019 22:27:09 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=398 A common issue in reaching goals, whether attaining financial, physical, spiritual, or mental well-being, is taking that all-important first step: making a decision. For some, decision making comes easy and with seemingly little effort; for others, decision making can present a huge burden, crippling one in a mire of complacency and robbing them of positive […]

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]]> How To Avoid Taking Everything Personally https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-to-avoid-taking-everything-personally/ Thu, 30 Aug 2018 22:22:57 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=396 Do you see yourself as the cause of things you are not responsible for? Or feel responsible for other people’s happiness? If you answer yes to either of these questions, you are most likely engaged in personalization, one of 15 common errors in thinking called cognitive distortions. A cognitive distortion is where the brain, in essence, lies to […]

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]]> Seeking Solitude To Restore The Mind – And No, It’s Not Loneliness https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/seeking-solitude-to-restore-the-mind-and-no-its-not-loneliness/ Wed, 29 Aug 2018 22:21:51 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=394 In today’s uber-connected digital world, we tend to keep our minds so busy that we hardly have time to get to know ourselves, let alone plan out our day or find to time ponder the meaning of life. Constant distraction from digital devices, multimedia experiences, and people vying for our attention can keep us from […]

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]]> Elevate Your Happiness Using Positive Reappraisal https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/elevate-your-happiness-using-positive-reappraisal/ Sat, 28 Jul 2018 22:20:34 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=392 Many of us, often daily, find ourselves in situations that generate negative emotions within us. Chronic negative emotions, over time, can lead to mental and physical health issues like depression, anxiety, cancer, fibromyalgia, and even psoriasis. Studies have shown that reframing your outlook on stressful situations can lead to greater happiness and improved health. But […]

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]]> Memory Maintenance: How to Remember Names https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-to-remember-names/ Sat, 28 Jul 2018 22:18:56 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=390 What do you have trouble remembering the most? Where you left your keys? Where did you last place your cell phone? We would wager that one of the hardest things for you (and millions just like you) is remembering names. Remembering names is difficult for individuals of any age. As a general rule, it becomes […]

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]]> Suicide Prevention: Helping Others in Crisis https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/helping-others-in-crisis/ Sat, 09 Jun 2018 22:17:21 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=388 In the wake of recent celebrity suicides, many are asking themselves how people who have so much can end up so hopeless and take their own lives. The overwhelming loss felt by fans and fellow celebrities have opened the way to delve deeper into the need for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Each year, […]

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]]> Maintaining Boundaries: Good For You and Good For Others https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/maintaining-boundaries-good-for-you-and-good-for-others/ Wed, 30 May 2018 22:14:43 +0000 https://susan-page.eblocks.io/?p=386 What is a boundary? If you search for the word’s meaning, you will find a definition similar to “a line that marks the limit of an area…a dividing line”. Personal boundaries are exactly that: a dividing line – a limit for what type of behavior you will or will not accept. Having boundaries gives you […]

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]]> 5 Building Blocks for Communicating with Difficult Family Members https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/5-building-blocks-for-communicating-with-difficult-family-members/ Fri, 30 Mar 2018 22:11:00 +0000 https://susan-page4.eblocks.io/?p=810 Difficult people are everywhere and, when we come upon them, challenge us to find a way to deal with them for a certain period of time without losing our peace and integrity. Difficult family members, though, can really get under your skin and it is not so easy to just remove oneself from the situation. […]

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]]> Using Expressive Writing May Ease Stress and Trauma https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/using-expressive-writing-may-ease-stress-and-trauma/ Fri, 30 Mar 2018 09:14:00 +0000 https://susan-page4.eblocks.io/?p=812 Stress is a part of everyday life. Often, stress can overwhelm an individual and, if internalized, make them lose sleep, become short-tempered, and even develop pervasive psychological and physical illnesses. (Here’s a great post on knowing your stress.) Trauma is a major stress event in life that causes psychological or physical wounds, altering the way one […]

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]]> Understanding the Diderot Effect: How to Avoid Reactive Purchasing https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/understanding-the-diderot-effect-how-to-avoid-reactive-purchasing/ Sat, 02 Sep 2017 14:36:10 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1188 Have you ever purchased something like a piece of furniture or a rug, only to notice that your existing furnishings now look out-of-place? So, you go out and buy more new furniture or accessories, upgrading your perfectly usable existing furniture and spending beyond your budget. It can happen, too, with other items, like purchasing a […]

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]]> Memory and Aging: What’s True and What’s Not https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/memory-and-aging-whats-true-and-whats-not/ Thu, 31 Aug 2017 23:34:52 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1180 When it comes to our memory as we age, many of us may feel undue anxiety that our memory will fail us and we shall be relegated to the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease, not knowing who, when or where we are at any given moment. Relax. While it is true that our memory faculties change […]

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]]> Creativity: A Pathway to Emotional Well-Being https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/creativity-a-pathway-to-emotional-well-being/ Mon, 31 Jul 2017 23:39:55 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1170 Many of us rush around in our everyday lives, trying to accomplish a long list of tasks, never really allowing ourselves the time for a creative outlet. Jobs, family, household chores, and other commitments can sap our energy and leave us emotionally bankrupt. New studies show that making time to engage in creative endeavors is […]

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]]> Understanding Types of Trauma to Start the Healing Process https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/understanding-types-of-trauma-to-start-the-healing-process/ Sat, 22 Jul 2017 22:45:35 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1160 It is a rare soul in this world who does not experience some type of trauma during childhood, adolescence or early adulthood. Trauma can shape our outlook on life and our behaviors, both emotionally and psychologically. Trauma’s impact can be quite profound, hindering our growth and development. It’s negative effects can last years, even decades. […]

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]]> Taking That Hike: Why Walking is Good for You https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/taking-that-hike-why-walking-is-good-for-you/ Wed, 31 May 2017 02:19:06 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1155 Have you ever noticed that sitting around all day, staring at a computer screen or watching TV, tends to make you feel heavy and perhaps even a bit morose? Take heart! There is a cure for this malaise. Take a hike. Literally. New research shows that when your foot hits the ground, it sends a […]

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]]> How to Navigate Life as a Highly Sensitive Person https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-to-navigate-life-as-a-highly-sensitive-person/ Mon, 29 May 2017 23:27:56 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1150 If you are a highly sensitive person in this hustle and bustle world of ours, you will find yourself reacting negatively to loud noises like sirens and crowded bars, shy away from violent movies, or do your best to withdraw quickly from overly busy environments. Your behavior might seem odd to yourself and others, many […]

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]]> Understanding and Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/understanding-and-preventing-workplace-sexual-harassment/ Fri, 21 Apr 2017 01:47:48 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1140 With all the stories of high-profile perpetrators and victims of workplace harassment in the news lately, the problem of harassment, especially sexual harassment, is coming onto everyone’s radar. And since April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, it is a good time to become aware of the inappropriate conduct of harassment to help prevent victimization. As […]

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]]> Keeping It Relative: 5 Ways To Deal With Difficult Relatives https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/keeping-it-relative-5-ways-to-deal-with-difficult-relatives/ Tue, 11 Apr 2017 16:00:55 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1135 There’s one in every family. That one person, be it a toxic mother-in-law, a cantankerous grandparent, or an overbearing uncle, upsetting the mood at every family event. You know which one, that difficult relative who knows exactly how to push your buttons and make you crazy. You cannot rid yourself of them completely – they […]

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]]> Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Primer on the True Meaning of OCD https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-a-primer-on-true-ocd/ Tue, 07 Mar 2017 21:59:18 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1128 Modern day language throws around the term OCD to refer to anyone who obsesses on something or has perfectionist tendencies. This use of the term sadly diminishes the true nature of obsessive compulsive disorder. Imagine you feel worried that you left the stove on or the front door unlocked, that there is a certain sense […]

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]]> The Fascinating World of Dreams https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/the-fascinating-world-of-dreams/ Tue, 07 Mar 2017 21:39:19 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1124 The world of dreams has been the fascination of humans since the ancient of days. Emperors, kings, and the common man all sought knowledge of the meaning of dreams, making those who could interpret dreams in high demand. Modern science may not have all the answers to the meaning of dreams, but recent studies in […]

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]]> Want to Live a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous Life? Give. https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-to-live-a-happy-healthy-and-prosperous-life-give/ Sat, 31 Dec 2016 00:23:43 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1122 “The heart that gives, gathers.” – Tao Te Ching “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” – Ghandi “The value of a man resides in what he gives and not in what he is capable of receiving.” – Albert Einstein “The meaning of life is to find […]

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]]> The Best Way to Achieve New Years’ Resolutions https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/the-best-way-to-achieve-your-new-years-resolutions/ Fri, 30 Dec 2016 14:34:10 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1081 Millions of people around the world celebrate New Years’ Eve with hope and expectation of a fresh beginning; a blank page to write a new and brighter chapter in their book of life. After the confetti has settled and the sun rises on January 1st, the inspired get to work building the framework of their […]

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]]> Holiday Stress: 4 Ways to Find Meaning in the Holiday Madness https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/holiday-stress-4-ways-to-find-meaning-in-the-holiday-madness/ Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:39:15 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1076 ’Tis the season. A time for enchanting, twinkling lights, deep evergreens, family recipes and time spent with loved ones with hearts all aglow. It is also the overwhelming season of demands, from long lists of gift expectations, dizzying social and entertaining schedules, sleepless campaigns for perfect holiday appearances, the list goes on. How can one […]

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]]> I Have the Winter Blues (SAD). Now What? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/i-have-the-winter-blues-sad-now-what/ Wed, 30 Nov 2016 23:55:10 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1072 The days are shorter, the sky is darker, the air is colder, and… Have you noticed a significant decline in your mental health? Do you lack energy and feel “heavy”? Have you noticed an increase in your appetite and weight? Maybe an increase in craving sweets or starches? Are you oversleeping and possibly more irritable […]

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]]> Seven Spiritual Strategies to Succeed in Life https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/seven-spiritual-strategies-to-succeed-in-life/ Wed, 26 Oct 2016 06:41:42 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1068 Many of us find ourselves at a point in life where we wander mindlessly through day-to-day living, reacting to events as they present themselves to us, but never really taking charge of our direction and purpose. Karl Albrecht, PhD (physicist, military intelligence officer, management consultant and author of 20+ books) suggests that there are seven […]

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]]> Mood and Decor – How Neuroarchitecture Can Lift Your Spirits https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/mood-and-decor-how-neuroarchitecture-can-lift-your-spirits/ Mon, 24 Oct 2016 23:14:50 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1057 Have you ever walked into a room and feel like you belong there? The paint color on the wall, the patterns on the furniture, and the accents on the tables just seem to speak to you and make you feel at home? The design, decor and even the light and noise levels all evoke a […]

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]]> Want More Success In Your Life? Have Hope. https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-more-success-in-your-life-have-hope/ https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-more-success-in-your-life-have-hope/#comments Sun, 31 Jul 2016 06:56:46 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1055 Research over the past 30 years has shown that hope, not skill mastery or optimism or grit, is the most important determinant of success. Ability and skill mastery are important, but the psychological vehicles are what actually get you to where you want to go, and hope is one of the most important vehicles of […]

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]]> https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-more-success-in-your-life-have-hope/feed/ 2 Can a Game Train Your Brain? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/can-a-game-train-your-brain/ Sun, 31 Jul 2016 06:22:22 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1052 As our population ages, memory issues and diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s become a growing concern. No one wants to grow old only to face a brain in decline and an inability to remember or partake in day-to-day functioning. Enter in a fairly recent phenomena called “brain training” apps. Brain training apps are programs, similar […]

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]]> Omar Mateen and the Truth About Bipolar Disorder https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/omar-mateen-and-the-truth-about-bipolar-disorder/ Wed, 22 Jun 2016 05:53:19 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1050 During the aftermath of the Orlando shooting tragedy, the news media reported that Omar Mateen, the shooter, had been labeled as bipolar by his ex-wife, Sitora Yusify. She told reporters, “A few months after we were married, I saw his instability and I saw that he was bipolar and he would get mad out of […]

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]]> Overcoming the Fear: How to Find Peace Amidst Chaos in the World https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/sh-html/ Wed, 22 Jun 2016 05:34:32 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1046 Everyday we are confronted with more violence in the world: terrorism, shootings, war, bombings and a seemingly inexhaustible list of other fear-inducing affronts to society and our own local neighborhoods. We watch it on T.V. We read about it in our Facebook feed. We hear about it on the radio when our music is interrupted […]

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]]> Broken Heart Syndrome: Stress and the Breakdown of the Heart https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/broken-heart-syndrome-stress-and-the-breakdown-of-the-heart/ Thu, 05 May 2016 04:18:48 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1041 Over the course of a lifetime, most people will know of someone who has “died of a broken heart.” We use this expression to describe the painful loss of love or a traumatic separation in someone’s life which leads to the decline of a person’s health to the point where they no longer have the […]

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]]> Five Aromatic Herbs That Influence Mood and Memory https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/five-aromatic-herbs-that-influence-mood-and-memory/ Wed, 04 May 2016 03:54:57 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1037 Aromatic herbs have been used for therapeutic purposes for nearly 6,000 years and are known to affect mood, memory, and healing. Ancient Romans, Greeks, Egyptians, Indians and Chinese used aromatic herbs in drugs, cosmetics and perfumes to promote well-being and hygiene. Today, using aromatic herbs in modern society has seen a resurgence through aromatherapy, or […]

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]]> 8 Signs for Spotting a Narcissist https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/8-signs-for-spotting-a-narcissist/ Sat, 02 Apr 2016 18:26:41 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1032 Stories abound of unsuspecting souls, both men and women, who enter into relationships with Mr. or Miss Right, only to find that the luster wears off after a short time and a game of emotional cat and mouse ensues. That polished Mr. or Miss Right, once exuding extreme levels of confidence, accommodation, and praise quickly turns […]

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]]> Canine Companions: Can They Be Good For Our Mental and Physical Health? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/canine-companions-can-they-be-good-for-our-mental-and-physical-health/ Sat, 02 Apr 2016 18:00:44 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1028 Jacqueline is a 72-year old woman suffering from Parkinson’s. Last year, her license was revoked and she was home-bound, causing her to fall into a deep depression. After several months of battling her morose mood, Jacqueline sought out the help of a psychiatrist. His recommendation? Get a dog. So, Jacqueline contacted a local animal shelter, […]

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]]> The Scourge of Obesity: A Severe Decline in Memory Function https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/the-scourge-of-obesity-a-severe-decline-in-memory-function/ Mon, 29 Feb 2016 06:44:54 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1023 Nowadays everyone is barraged by newspapers and TV programs about the devastating effects of obesity on the human body: Type II diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), cardiovascular disease, and inflammation of the joints. But did you know that obesity actually causes loss of brain matter and impairs memory function? That should be alarming news, especially […]

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]]> How Decision Making Affects Your Willpower and How to Avoid Making Careless Decisions https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-decision-making-affects-your-willpower-and-how-to-avoid-making-careless-decisions/ Mon, 29 Feb 2016 03:37:32 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1019 We have all been at that point in our lives: we have made a commitment to eat better, to exercise more, to lose weight or work towards that career goal, only to make an unhealthy and unproductive choice during the day and blow all of our hard work. Is it that we made poor choices […]

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]]> Identifying and Avoiding the Dark Side of Email https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/identifying-and-avoiding-the-dark-side-of-email/ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 05:42:23 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1015 Email is a modern technology so embedded in our lives and culture that we think very little of the tremendous psychological impact it has on us. There are over 2.6 billion emails users worldwide, spending on average more than one full hour per day checking email. However, despite its widespread use and popularity as a […]

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]]> Kick the Habit: How to Stop Eating When You’re Not Hungry https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/kick-the-habit-how-to-stop-eating-when-youre-not-hungry/ Fri, 29 Jan 2016 05:07:08 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1011 Do you ever find yourself eating when you are not hungry? If you think about the cause of eating too much, or overeating, you might even label it as a bad habit. While that may not sound scientific, new research is showing that overeating may just indeed be a bad habit. Recently, researchers set out […]

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]]> Understanding and Overcoming Procrastination https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/understanding-and-overcoming-procrastination/ Tue, 17 Nov 2015 08:05:38 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=1000 Procrastination means different things to different people. Many associate procrastination with being lazy or an inability to track time. However, procrastinators as a whole show no deficit in their ability to tell time or schedule things and many even accomplish large numbers of tasks, debunking the myth of being lazy. So what is procrastination? Simply […]

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]]> Depression Under Cover: Is It Hiding in Your Life? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/depression-under-cover-is-it-hiding-in-your-life/ Tue, 17 Nov 2015 07:36:02 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=996 We have all seen the images of a person who is obviously depressed. You know the one: morose, emotional, dark and curled up in a corner with piles of used tissues lying about. Yea, that’s the one – classic depression right out of TV land. But what about the young man who is always smiling […]

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]]> From Mozart to Metallica: What Your Music Taste Says About Your Personality https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/from-mozart-to-metallica-what-your-music-taste-says-about-your-personality/ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 18:55:47 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=970 Did you know that the type of music you listen to is closely linked to your personality? You might be saying to yourself right now, ”No kidding. Everyone knows that.” But did you know that researchers can now predict your personality type with surprising accuracy by knowing which music genres you listen to? Recent studies […]

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]]> Mean and Moody: Is Screen-Time Harming Children? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/mean-and-moody-is-screen-time-harming-children/ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 18:23:40 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=964 These days, its quite common to see a child or teen who is chronically irritable and prone to angry outbursts or, alternatively, one who is apathetic and depressed. Such chronically irritable kids are often in a state of abnormally high arousal, making them both agitated and exhausted. The likely culprit? Everyday use of electronics. Children […]

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]]> Is Dr. Google In The House? Cyberchondria – The New Digital Age Phenomenon https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/is-dr-google-in-the-house-cyberchondria-the-new-digital-age-phenomenon/ Fri, 03 Jul 2015 04:07:08 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=925 Have you done this? You have a symptom like an ongoing ache in your joints, or a persistent cough and some drainage, and you start to worry a little that something might be wrong. Instead of contacting your physician or that friend who is a nurse, you turn to your iPhone or your computer and […]

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]]> Understanding Attachment Styles – Key To Better Relationships https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/understanding-attachment-styles-key-to-better-relationships/ Thu, 02 Jul 2015 05:38:25 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=917 Understanding the attachment style of you and your partner or close friend is key to having a relationship that is rewarding and empowering. Attachment styles are the personality traits formed in childhood that stay with the person throughout their lifetime. These traits are the building blocks of our personalities: the behavioral, emotional, perceptual (the way […]

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]]> Coffee and Your Health: Panacea or Poison? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/coffee-and-your-health-panacea-or-poison/ Thu, 28 May 2015 05:53:59 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=911 For years, the battles have raged on in the medical community over coffee and its purported detrimental effects on your health. Long considered a poison, coffee has been thought to cause high blood pressure (eventually contributing to heart disease), diabetes and ulcers. However, in recent years, the medical and mental health communities have shown coffee to actually […]

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]]> How a Small Smile Can Transform Your Life https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-a-small-smile-can-transform-your-life/ Thu, 28 May 2015 05:37:54 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=908 We have all had those days. You know, the ones where everything is going wrong and the world just seems gray to us. On those days, our moods can be dour and it is very difficult to muster up a smile towards anyone or anything. But new research is showing that the best possible action […]

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]]> 5 Ways to End a Relationship and 5 Ways to Deal with Heartbreak https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/5-ways-to-end-a-relationship-and-5-ways-to-deal-with-heartbreak/ Tue, 28 Apr 2015 19:51:11 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=903 Relationships can be tricky at the best of times and downright hard at the worst of times. When you have learned that your relationship has stalled and you feel stuck or that you are in a toxic relationship that is unhealthy and must end, it is time to make some changes. Making changes in a […]

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]]> Stressed Out? Calm Yourself With These 6 Foods https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/stressed-out-calm-yourself-with-these-6-foods/ Tue, 28 Apr 2015 19:25:17 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=887 Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Craving something sweet? That is your body’s natural response to the psychological and physiological demands that stress is producing inside you. Many of us reach for something sweet to eat when we are stressed because our bodies are craving carbohydrates, those wonderful dietary gems that trigger the body to produce serotonin. […]

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]]> How To Get a Better Night’s Sleep Naturally https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-to-get-a-better-nights-sleep-naturally/ Tue, 10 Mar 2015 04:44:37 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=879 How well do you sleep at night? If you have difficulty sleeping, you are not alone. In 2014, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) named insufficient sleep as a public health epidemic, with an estimated 50-70 million US adults having a sleep or wakefulness disorder. If you have sleep insufficiency, you are more likely to […]

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]]> The Two Most Toxic Patterns In Relationships https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/the-two-most-toxic-patterns-in-relationships/ Tue, 10 Mar 2015 04:14:53 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=876 Of all the issues that mental health counselors deal with in dysfunctional relationships with the opposite sex, chronic patterns of destructive, repetitive behavior are the most common. These patterns of toxic behavior can harm the mental, emotional and physical health and well-being of each partner. Relationships are put off balance by protective behaviors learned in […]

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]]> Take Control of Your Life: The Concept of Agency and Its Four Helpers https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/take-control-of-your-life-the-concept-of-agency-and-its-four-helpers/ https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/take-control-of-your-life-the-concept-of-agency-and-its-four-helpers/#comments Sun, 01 Feb 2015 03:16:32 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=870 Ever feel that you were aimlessly drifting off at sea solely at the mercy of the winds prevailing in your life? If a strong wind blew from the East, off you would be towards the West. It’s not necessarily the direction you wanted to take, but that is what life is serving you today. What […]

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]]> https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/take-control-of-your-life-the-concept-of-agency-and-its-four-helpers/feed/ 1 Want To Reach Your Goals This Year? Beat Resistance and Follow the Plan https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-to-reach-your-goals-this-year-beat-resistance-and-follow-the-plan/ Sun, 01 Feb 2015 02:43:38 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=864 It’s that time of the year again. You know, the one where you are wavering on your New Year’s resolutions. You might have already given up on them. Statistically, you would be in good company – a large percentage of resolution makers have already bailed ship on their resolutions. Researchers at the University of Scranton […]

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]]> Want a Gift That Lasts? Go For an Experience Over Material Goods https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-a-gift-that-lasts-go-for-an-experience-over-material-goods/ Tue, 02 Dec 2014 01:53:27 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=854 It has been said that money can’t buy you love — but it can buy you satisfaction, especially if you make the right purchase decision. A study conducted by Thomas Gilovich, a Cornell University professor of psychology and Travis J. Carter, a Cornell Ph.D., found that making a material purchase (watch, TV, jewelry) feels good […]

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]]> The Attitude of Gratitude: Five Ways It Will Transform Your Life https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/the-attitude-of-gratitude-five-ways-it-will-transform-your-life/ Mon, 01 Dec 2014 04:20:49 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=848 During the holidays, emotions can swing from happiness to depression, especially when you encounter difficult people and situations. New studies have shown that there is a way to even out your mood and improve your happiness by adopting an attitude of gratitude. Spend just a few minutes each week practicing gratitude and watch it transform […]

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]]> Whose Fault Is It? Understanding Domestic Violence Dynamics https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/whose-fault-is-it-understanding-domestic-violence-dynamics/ Thu, 30 Oct 2014 16:19:38 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=834 What do Rihanna and Janay (Palmer) Rice have in common? Both were victims of intimate partner violence (IPV). Both were involved in high-profile, media-manic abuse cases. And, both were mercilessly ridiculed for returning to their abuser. Which begs the question: was it their fault? In short, the answer is “no”. Abuse is NEVER the victim’s […]

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]]> Domestic Violence and Health: Its Not Over When Its Over https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/domestic-violence-and-health-its-not-over-when-its-over/ Thu, 30 Oct 2014 14:50:33 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=823 Every 12 seconds, a woman is abused by her intimate partner here in the U.S. Among all women, an eye-popping 53 percent report that they have experienced abusive behavior from a partner, with one in four women experiencing severe physical violence in an intimate relationship. Years after the bruises from domestic violence fade, the resulting physical effects […]

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]]> Moody or Depressed? Maybe Your Mood Is Tied To Your Food https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/moody-or-depressed-maybe-your-mood-is-tied-to-your-food/ Tue, 23 Sep 2014 22:28:40 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=793 Did you know that, back in 1905, only 1% of Americans had depression before the age of 75? In 1955, that number increased to 6% of Americans under the age of 24. So what happened? The introduction of white bread happened. White bread was the darling of the 1950’s food industry and quickly became the […]

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]]> Want a Healthier Brain As You Age? Get Off The Couch https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/want-a-healthier-brain-as-you-age-get-off-the-couch/ Tue, 23 Sep 2014 22:10:40 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=787 There is a new word out on the streets these days: dementiaphobia. Dementiaphobia is the fear of getting Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia. According to a 2010 MetLife Foundation survey, people over 55 years old dread getting Alzheimer’s almost more than they dread getting cancer. The fear of losing one’s identity through […]

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]]> 5 Signs You’re In an Abusive-Manipulative Relationship and 5 Ways to Combat It https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/5-signs-youre-in-an-abusive-manipulative-relationship-and-5-ways-to-combat-it/ Wed, 16 Jul 2014 04:16:05 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=767 Manipulative relationships are never obvious when you start a new friendship, a new job, or fall in love. Over time, though, you may begin to feel that you are being controlled. You may even feel trapped, not free to be yourself and make your own decisions or worse, feel used constantly. If this sounds like […]

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]]> Making Decisions: Choose Water Over Fire https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/making-decisions-choose-water-over-fire/ Wed, 16 Jul 2014 03:57:07 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=762 You and I make thousands of decisions each day, some major, some minor. Everything from what to wear, what to eat, and which route we will walk today all plague the brain’s neural network. Many of these decisions are automatic and most require very little conscious effort on our part. But what about the big […]

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]]> Forgiveness: Five Steps to Freedom https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/forgiveness-five-steps-to-freedom/ Thu, 05 Jun 2014 18:46:32 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=714 Someone has harmed you, wounded you, or made you feel victimized and all you can think about is revenge. You try not to, but even the thought of that person makes your blood boil. Worse yet, you have the nagging sense that somehow you have been trapped. And, in a way, you have. You have […]

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]]> Overcoming Self Indulgence: Is Self-Licensing Your License to Sin? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/overcoming-self-indulgence-is-self-licensing-your-license-to-sin/ Thu, 05 Jun 2014 12:33:49 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=707 We have all been there. You work really hard to lose weight by dieting and then bam!, you have a stressful afternoon and head straight to the Haagen-Daas. You think to yourself, “I have had a hard day and deserve this indulgence.” Mission accomplished: stress relieved and diet derailed. Or you get to the gym, […]

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]]> Is Facebook Messing With Your Mental Health? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/is-facebook-messing-with-your-mental-health/ Thu, 17 Apr 2014 17:15:55 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=672 Face it, you are probably one of millions worldwide who check their Facebook, Twitter or other social media account several times daily. You might even be a tad compulsive about it from time to time viagra espagne sans ordonnance. For many people (one-half billion daily), Facebook is the preeminent social networking site to keep up […]

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]]> Can a Belief in God Affect Therapy? https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/can-a-belief-in-god-affect-therapy/ Thu, 17 Apr 2014 05:34:54 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=661 Have you ever wondered if God should be invited into your therapy sessions? If He were invited in, would you see improved results in your treatment outcomes? For the better part of the 20th century, spirituality and psychology were at odds with one another. During that time, psychology prided itself on being a serious science […]

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]]> 10 Signs That You Might Be Addicted To Unhappiness And What To Do About It https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/10-signs-that-you-might-be-addicted-to-unhappiness-and-what-to-do-about-it/ Sat, 15 Mar 2014 19:09:18 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=607 There are certain people in life you encounter who almost always seem down.  These people seem to sabotage themselves just as things are going well and act like they are always waiting for the other shoe to fall.  Gloom and doom is the norm for them and, robbed of joy, they seem content to wallow in […]

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]]> The Most Powerful Word In Life https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/the-most-powerful-word-in-life/ Sat, 15 Mar 2014 03:06:28 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=599 Are you looking for a word that can immediately alter your life? A word so powerful that noted associate professor Kurt Carlson of Georgetown University calls “the one universal truth that seems most provocative, useful and unconditional” to affect change in your life forever? You might be thinking that the word is “love”. After all, everyone needs love […]

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]]> How To Break Through In Your Relationships: The Secret Of The Two T’s https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/how-to-break-through-in-your-relationships-the-secret-of-the-two-ts/ Thu, 20 Feb 2014 05:27:16 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=500 You have been there at some point in your life. We all have. Its that time when you are encountering a spouse who has grown cold and distant – or a belligerent, out-of-control child – or a friend who has grown sullen and moody, leaving you worried and concerned. You can feel that something is […]

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]]> Build Enduring Relationships: 7 Rules To Effective Communication https://www.ppccfl.com/blog/build-enduring-relationships-7-rules-to-effective-communication/ Thu, 20 Feb 2014 04:20:34 +0000 http://www.ppccfl.com/?p=508 Ask any counselor, dating expert or pastor what the secret is to an enduring relationship and almost every single one of them will tell you that effective and open communication is the key. So, whether you are bursting into a new relationship, blossoming in a committed long-term relationship, or wilting under the strain of a […]

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