Blocks to Balanced Health
Achieving balanced health requires harmony among our mind, body, and spirit. When any of these components are out of sync, it can hinder our overall wellbeing and self-care. Healthy, flexible boundaries define what is our issue and what belongs to someone else. It's the basis for self-esteem. It's common to carry unresolved emotional issues into adulthood, affecting our confidence and relationships. Remember, it's never too late to seek support and take steps toward greater awareness and healthier you.
Blocks to Health
Limiting beliefs about self
A limiting belief is a thought, opinion, state of mind, or conviction you believe to be absolutely true, but that belief holds you back in some way. In essence, a limiting belief is a story you tell yourself to keep you in your comfort zone, and it prevents you from becoming who you are meant to be. The limiting beliefs you have about yourself, the world, or life are often subconscious. They can also be defense mechanisms, psychological coping strategies your mind subconsciously uses to protect you from stress and dealing with difficult feelings. (It’s scary to think you CAN do it.) (read more...)
Addictive Behaviors
Addiction can profoundly alter the dynamics of intimate relationships, eroding trust, communication, and emotional connections between partners. As substance abuse or behavioral addictions take hold, individuals often prioritize their compulsions over their loved ones, leading to neglect and distance in the relationship.
The impact of addiction on relationships can manifest in various ways, including decreased physical intimacy, increased conflict, and a breakdown of shared activities and quality time together. Partners of addicted individuals may experience feelings of betrayal, frustration, and helplessness as they witness their loved one's struggles and the resulting strain on their bond.
Addiction's effects extend beyond the couple, potentially damaging relationships with family members, friends, and colleagues. This ripple effect can isolate the addicted individual and their partner, further exacerbating relationship difficulties and creating additional stressors that may perpetuate the cycle of addiction. (Read more...)
Destructive Emotions
It is important to identify and address difficult emotions for our emotional well-being. Doing so allows us to:
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Understand and process our feelings.
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Prevent our feelings from intensifying or turning into bigger problems.
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Learn from challenging experiences and adapt to hard situations.
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Develop a healthier, more positive mindset, including coping skills and emotional strength.
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Build resilience, which is our ability to bounce back from setbacks and get through hard times more easily.
By acknowledging and addressing difficult emotions, we can pave the way for personal growth, improved relationships, and better overall health and well-being. (read more...)