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Accepting Depression: Why It’s Ok Not to Be Ok
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor What do you do when depression establishes itself in your daily routine? Your feelings aren’t wrong, and they should be addressed as needed. The most important thing is to recognize sadness and depression for what they are, and realize that it’s entirely acceptable to experience feelings of grief and reach out for the necessary support. The Transition of Sadness into Something Deeper [...]
How to Cope with Job Loss
At some point in our careers, we’re all bound to lose a job through no fault of our own. Even knowing that, it is still a major shock when it happens to you. It’s very important to understand that it is okay to feel sadness and depression at this time. That is normal. In fact, many job search firms suggest taking some time off to deal with the shock even [...]
The Search for Happiness Vs. the Discovery of Joy
By Grant Stenzel MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor The Declaration of Independence gives three examples of unalienable rights: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. This phrasing shows amazing insight. It says we have the right to “seek” happiness, not to “possess” it. Our Founding Fathers had the wisdom to know that happiness is always fleeting. A Temporary High People often say to me, “I just want to be [...]
How To Parent After A Divorce
“I feel so bad I ruined my kids’ lives.” At Stenzel Clinical, we hear that sentence a lot from parents battling divorce guilt. But remember this: Divorce doesn’t ruin kids. Bad parenting does. Good parents can raise amazing children, even after a marriage has come to an end. Here are some tips on how to do it. 1. Give them the boundaries they crave. A natural parenting reaction during and [...]
How To Maintain Harmony When A Spouse Goes Back To Work
There are plenty of reasons a spouse might return to work after being at home. Money is a common reason, but job satisfaction and even mental stimulation are contributing factors as well. But whatever the reason, one thing is certain: There will be an adjustment period. Here are a few suggestions from us at Stenzel Clinical to ensure a smoother transition. 1. Communicate your expectations. The key word here is [...]
Self-Improvement: How to Set Realistic Goals
It’s already April. So, how are your resolutions going? You may be sticking to them, or you may have already reverted to your 2016 ways. If you’re not happy with your efforts since the turn of the year, now is the perfect time to reflect, refine and return to your resolutions. Here are some key points that explain how to set realistic goals. Keep It Real Real, sustainable change comes [...]