Are you lonely, sad, and upset?
To be lonely is to suffer the feelings of loneliness, to want people, social contact, and yet be unable to get any. Feeling lonely at times is very human. There are different kinds of loneliness: Feeling as though you don't have enough (or any) friends; feeling unseen or unknown by those you know; difficulty feeling good when alone or making use of one's time. Sometimes we suffer because of a false belief of "ourselves": "If I am alone, then something must be wrong with me. Perhaps I am unlovable." This feeling may be a symptom of insufficient self-love.
Some people may have internalized the false view that to be happy is to be surrounded by others at all times, regardless of how we may feel in their presence. If we can learn to be truly intimate with ourselves, then we are never lonely. We will feel the quiet calmness that comes from seeking out solitude with ourselves - a time for self-reflection and meditation that revitalizes you.
Inspiration
"For me, singing sad songs often has a
way of healing a situation. It gets the
hurt out in the open into the light, out
of darkness."
Reba McEntire
This sort of intimacy, is not always easy to come by. It may take the wounded deficient part of ourselves, as well as well as the wonderful abundant parts. In many families such parts were rejected or denied, and therefore went underground, perhaps festering in sadness. Therapy frequently involves facing and integrating these rejected parts and experiences. These neglected parts of ourselves often carry a heavy burden of shame. Shame can isolate us from others, contributing to our loneliness.
I offer compassionate understanding and support to explore your thoughts and feelings; and, the meaning they have in your life. You will learn to trust others and build healthy relationships.
As we work together, you will learn the following skills that will enhance your outlook on life and restore hope and happiness.
Self-help and Coping Tips
Making a depression recovery plan
Taking baby steps
Ten Steps to Accomplishing a Depression Recovery Goal
Developing a “wellness toolbox”
Doing things you enjoy (or used to)
Changing Negative Thinking
Top Ten Cognitive Distortions that Lead to Depression
Ways to change negative thinking for the better:
Cultivating supportive relationships
Healthy Lifestyle Habits
Six exercise tips offer a powerful prescription for boosting mood:
Reducing Stress
Every journey starts with one small step. To seek help is probably the most courageous and difficult step you will ever taken. Healing is within reach. Contact me and let's take the next step together. I can help you restore hope and assist you through your journey of healing. Together we will Soothe Your Soul.
Please call me at (310) 544-1728 or e-mail me at DrTatianaHarvey@aol.com
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