Lessons learned from therapy

Mental pain isn't always visible. Sometimes it's the weight of thoughts that never seem to stop, the sadness concealed beneath a grin, or the tiredness from acting as though nothing is wrong. People of all backgrounds are impacted by it, and it might manifest as anxiety, despair, grief, trauma, or just a feeling of helplessness.

It doesn't come with crutches or a cast like a broken bone does. However, it is real and needs attention. There are times we can help ourselves but also times we would greatly benefit from professional support.

Seeking assistance is not a sign of weakness. It's a self-serving commitment, a show of bravery, and a strong initiative to keep checking in on the most important person in your life—you! Even if your goal in life is to benefit others, by working on ourselves we are more able to be there for others.

Participation question:

How are you managing your challenges at the moment?

Do you feel you need more support than you have right now?

Helpful Resources:

Unlocking the Power of Therapy: Life-Changing Lessons Learned

Five Lessons I Learned After Talking to a Therapist

Seeking Help 

Mental stress can cause us not to be able to see the good things in life and lead to excessive rumination or worries which can result in serious health problems. If you have serious, long-term problems with negative thinking and feeling depressed, see your doctor or talk to a therapist if they are related to any mental challenges. 

Are you looking for a therapist? 7 Cups has online, certified therapists with a paid option. For more information on what happens in online therapy at 7 Cups, Read Lisa’s (a therapist and director of therapy) explanation 

https://www.7cups.com/forum/therapy/General_2432/WeveLaunchedTalkTherapyon7Cups_319430/

To apply for 7 Cups online therapy, click on this link (must be logged into member account) https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1