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Articles: Read-Learn-Discover-DoProfessional Counseling at the Steering Wheel of Life Notes from all over Life for the professional is intense and often difficult. We work in fields that present unique stresses which can manifest in profound ways. Many of us find that we struggle in relationships at work or at home, have trouble finding meaning in our work, or feel something important is missing in life. Or we may simply experience feelings of depression or anxiety that seem to defy explanation. As professionals, we typically... work in intense environments are expected to do whatever it takes have a heightened sense of responsibility toward our work and clients adopt a professional persona that is not entirely our own sacrifice our personal lives in small and large ways Professionals often have many positive reasons to stay in our roles, such as... feeling respected enjoying the challenge and responsibility utilizing our talents being well compensated having some fulfilling work relationships Difficulties After years of commitment, professionals often... have difficulty in our relationships with colleagues, friends, family, lovers feel depressed, anxious, disillusioned, empty, fatigued, or lacking in passion notice a sense of underlying dissatisfaction with life and/or work have a nagging fear of failure realize the goals for achievement have no end have a sense that we have lost a part of ourselves along the way Ineffective Responses Many seek relief by... filling our lives with constant activities and overwork using and abusing intoxicating substances distracting ourselves with TV, or the internet repeatedly seeking new relationships ...but do not find relief. Counseling : Counselors work in collaboration with you to discover how you may... create and strengthen satisfying relationships renew your vitality and spontaneity find meaning in what you already do discover alternative approaches to your work and life gain relief from nagging feelings of anxiety and depression |
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