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Toxic Beliefs Drive Toxic Habits

by John Williams | January 20, 2020

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  Those of us with compulsive habits or addictions often share certain deeply embedded and destructive assumptions. These negative core beliefs are so uncomfortable and self-reinforcing that we set us up to look for relief much of the time. ​ Here they are: 1. “I’m a bad, unworthy person.” This belief leads to shame and guilt …

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Fear Versus Anxiety

by Hannah Smith | February 1, 2019

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Do you know the difference between fear and anxiety? If you look in the dictionary or ask most people, these words are often used interchangeably. However, there is an important distinction between them. To understand, let’s consider Janet and Marc. The sun was just beginning to peek through the blinds as Janet opened her eyes …

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Forgiveness Isn’t An Act; It’s a Process

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | January 31, 2019

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Once you have acknowledged the truth of your pain, you must decide to forgive.  What if you understand all the pluses but still don’t feel like forgiving? The first step is to state your truth aloud, even if it’s only to yourself.  Put into words how you are feeling and what has been done to …

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Are You Feeling Muscle Tension Due to Stress?

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | November 18, 2018

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One of the effects of stress is muscle tension, and some people tend to hold their stress in certain parts of their bodies, such as shoulders, neck, or back.

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Can Discomfort Foster Resiliency?

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | November 11, 2018

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Is comfort meant to be a universal and immediate panacea for every uneasy thought of interpreted distress?

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How Do You Respond to Stress?

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | September 6, 2018

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People respond to stress in two basic but different ways: they’re either go-getters and stay-putters.

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Practicing Progressive Muscle Relaxation

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | June 21, 2018

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Have you ever noticed how relaxed you can feel after you’ve done something physically strenuous? It’s possible to relive a little of this feeling by engaging in progressive muscle relaxation.

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Healthy Relationships Mean Becoming Emotionally Healthy Yourself

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | April 27, 2018

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Healthy people are growing people, and people do not grow healthy in isolation. The following questions can help you recognize if you are creating and maintaining healthy relationships.

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Answer These Questions to Determine Your Current Stress Level

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | April 19, 2018

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To help you determine your current level of stress, answer the following questions based on the past six months. Keep a tally of the number of points for each yes answer.

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Consequences of Stress

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | March 30, 2018

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Stress is not the ideal environment to make the best decisions. Stress skews your priorities and downsizes goals. Desperate, you make short-term decisions that have long-term consequences.

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Identify Patterns of Worry By Answering These Questions

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | March 19, 2018

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To help you identify your patterns of worry and what activities or thoughts they are most associated with, you need to answer the following questions. Take your time to answer these questions and rally think about your answers.

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Open the Door to Your Problems

by Dr. Gregg Jantz | February 12, 2018

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It is so important, as you work toward taking charge of your life, that you begin to insist on dealing with reality instead of perception.  As I’ve counseled people, I’ve been amazed at how deceptive people can be to one another.  But the person you and I are best at deceiving, above anyone else, is …

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