Most of us are willing to seek professional help for physical ailments, be they high blood pressure, diabetes, broken bones, allergies, or other medical issues. But when it comes to a broken or wounded heart,
many of us hope and pray that our problems will go away on their own. We settle for talking to our friends, or watch Oprah for solutions. Although we may be struggling for long periods, we’re still reluctant to reach out for professional help
“Going into therapy does not mean you’re going to end up in a scene out of a movie like One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. People go to therapy for millions of reasons, not because they’ve gone crazy”. –Larry, 45
Some feel that therapy is only for a severe crisis and they should be able to solve their problems on their own. Others fear that seeking help is an admission of inadequacy, a weak character or dependency. In fact, therapy can help you learn more about yourself, gain a new perspective, identify your strengths, as well as recognize and change destructive behavior patterns. Continue reading
