Lauren Wall
@laurenhcaf
Lauren Wall
@laurenhcaf
ACT, much like the coaching perspective, is less about “fixing” yourself and more about creating a rich, full life—even with the ups and downs. It’s about saying, “I don’t need everything to be perfect to move forward”
Over sixty years ago, Carl Rogers, a pioneer in psychotherapy research, demonstrated that improvement in therapy was associated with a triad of therapist behaviors: genuineness, accurate empathy, and unconditional positive regard.
Maximize positive adjustment by doing the right things, such as confiding in people close to you or a counselor when you feel emotionally stuck. Appreciate the people around you and ask for help from them when needed. Also, kick yourself back into gear when you are lying, hurting others, or being self-destructive. Finally, be brilliant with the
... See moreWhy is it easier to try something new when you’re a kid? Why do people stop their extracurriculars after high school or college? Why aren’t like adult swim teams more popular? Why do I feel like it’s too late to learn an instrument? Connecting this idea to ego, the discomfort of trying something new is more manageable when you’re a child. Your ego
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