Entries by SACOUNSELLING

STRESS

Stress has no boundaries. Some time or another everyone experiences it. It is a part of daily life. Most people live a lifestyle at a medium level of stress. The more stressors you have in a short period of time, the more severe their effects. When confronted with danger the body responds with the release […]

NARCISSISTIC PERSONALITY DISORDER

The narcissist has a shield of protection called self-centeredness. They do not usually feel the need for taking responsibility and make necessary changes. Low self-esteem Focus on strengths and develop goals Lack of goals for personal growth Break down goals into reasonable steps and follow-through Develop realistic expectations and limitations Lack of sensitivity towards others […]

THE POWER OF A POSITIVE ATTITUDE

Believe it or not but your attitude will have a significant influence on how you feel and how you evaluate your experiences. An optimistic person is likely to expect a positive outcome even in difficult situations. The tendency to expect the worse is sometimes referred to as a self-fulfilling prophecy. Realize that it’s possible to […]

LOSSES

Sometimes changes in life result in losses. These can even be positive changes. There’s a saying: “You win some, you lose some. “Even though you find your new house exciting, you might still long for the old.  It is very important that people work through the associated thoughts and feelings of loss. Grief is a […]