I was just getting comfortable with my personal grievances when yesterday rocked my world. While everyone was reeling from the election results, my son had a medical emergency. It was a difficult day. Later that night when he was safe and I had time to reflect on both situations, I felt drained, fearful and hopeless.
But I woke up to a healthy baby and sense of renewed hope and gratitude. The air feels fresher. Our house feels warmer. And I realized no matter what happens outside, I retain sole control of my internal world.
It’s easy to get caught up in the negative. It’s a relentless vacuum, a pit that’s difficult to crawl your way out of. We have to resist the draw of the shadow or we’ll miss all the good in the world.
Today is Veteran’s Day. Let’s not forget the people who served this country. We have a lot to be grateful for.
How to Spot a Narcissist? By His Anger…
(Knotted) – How do you tell if someone you know is a narcissist? Forget about his charm, self-confidence, and self absorption. Here’s what really reveals a narcissistic person.
How Bipolar II is Different
(Bipolar Laid Bare) – Bipolar II isn’t a less severe version of the disorder. If you’ve been confused between the two, this will help.
30 Signs of Social Anxiety: When it is Beyond Shyness
(Parenting Anxious Kids) – Wondering if your child is just shy or is it something else? If he or she is exhibiting one of these signs, it could indicate social anxiety.
How to Set Boundaries at Work
(Happily Imperfect) – You’re exhausted from working all the time or leave feeling emotionally drained from a supervisor or co-worker. You need to read this.
10 Traumatizing Life Circumstances We Overlook
(Caregivers, Family & Friends) – In order to heal from trauma, we must first know we’ve been traumatized. But there are situations like job loss and chronic illness that we don’t recognize and consequently do not give support to.
from World of Psychology http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2016/11/11/best-of-our-blogs-november-11-2016/
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