Wow, this is my second post. It's nice to write about what I'm learning and thinking. Today I'm writing about how I see people become inspired to make changes in their lives. People usually want to prevent problems but don't always have accurate information that is necessary to make those decisions. The new programs I'm using were developed to prevent long term problems with alcohol and drugs and your health in general. They are fantastic! I'm working with families, individuals, adolescents and groups. There are solutions.
The whole point of going to a counselor like me is to learn ('be inspired') about how to feel better, feel more grounded, and yes, dare I say it? be happier! (I believe you should feel be happy everyday!) It is possible.
My thought process was that I should tell everybody that when I'm talking with someone in private, the first thing I notice is that they want to make good decisions about their lives, their children, their relationships, etc. What they want to know is, are they are doing the right thing. How does one know if their decision is the right decision?
It motivates me to see how hopeful a person is if they believe that the change is possible. They want to change. They aspire to it. Clients come to me because they want to make a good decision for themselves or a very important person in their life.
During difficult times it seems almost impossible to feel happy - much less 'inspired.' It feels particularly bad when a family member has an issue with a loved one's alcohol or drug use and the loved doesn't perceive it to be a problem. Then what should you do?
Addressing perception is the key here. When one person's perception is different from another's it can easily turn into a battle of wills. The goal would be to come to an understanding that is agreeable for both. You have to have a strategy. The most willing person must take the first step. That step is toward good health.
When someone feels confident it's usually because they have done their research. At this point, as they say, you can let go, and live and let live.
As I said in my earlier blog - science & medicine are coming together in new ways everyday. Working with clients on their perceptions is key. Prevention programs are teaching how to save ourselves many years of problems. We can live a long, happy, and healthy life, but we need a strategy and we need accurate information.
http://web.me.com/gennavinson
Be Inspired!
When someone feels confident it's usually because they have done their research. At this point, as they say, you can let go, and live and let live.
As I said in my earlier blog - science & medicine are coming together in new ways everyday. Working with clients on their perceptions is key. Prevention programs are teaching how to save ourselves many years of problems. We can live a long, happy, and healthy life, but we need a strategy and we need accurate information.
http://web.me.com/gennavinson
Be Inspired!
