THERAPY - DO I NEED IT?

I was working on my Masters in Counseling at the turn of the century. I THOUGHT this would be a good occupation for me.  I had a wide range of experiences.  I did not have the knowledge or the skills to know what I needed to do next.  I had been involved in different types of counseling on a personal level for a variety of reasons.  I found the sessions-whether group or individual-to be helpful.  Mainly, I felt I had an issue or a problem and needed to resolve it.  I felt I did not have the ability to make the accomplishment on my own.  And, I wanted to help others.  Each of us can determine the right path to follow.  Professional counseling is just one form of therapy.

While reading and meeting with the class and instructors, I didn't feel I had any issues at the time.  We were given a task to make a change-one change-in our life for 30 days.  This was a strategy to understand the combination of a time limit and appreciate the process our future clients would have when we would consult with them.  But, I changed my career path.   I chose a completely different occupation.  I could now apply the skills I had learned on both a personal and educational level to help others with real estate and financing.  I emphasize reading here although audible books are a great tool as well.

In my new occupation, there were ongoing learning processes.  Some were on a monthly, semi-annual, or as needed schedule.  I read and listened to a large variety of authors and topics on 'self-help' methods, critical thinking, and goal setting.   Each author or presenter brought something new to me or reinforced what I was doing.  It felt good to listen to great speakers as they shared their experiences and tools for success.  This was much like therapy and education.  It allowed me to delve into my core beliefs and manifest new skills and enhance the ones I possessed.  Some of the concepts I  used but, expressed in different ways or analogies while building a portfolio of clientele. 

I recognized other forms of therapy like massage, meditation, and exercise were important components to a higher level of thinking and removing negativity while reducing stress.  A wholistic approach of mind and body combined.  Therapy is a self-motivated and self-actualized approach with a variety of ways to improve your individual value.  You will gain confidence and knowledge of who you are and what your purpose is.  You will find the ability to interact with others becomes less stressful.  Your ability to lead by example is recognized.  As a support for others you will find;  'when you are okay they will be okay.'