A part of me will always fight for the underdog. Even though iNtuitives are fewer in number in regards to MBTI preferences, there's sometimes this N > S haughtiness that exists in the world of typology. And, that's not really cool, man.
Read more8 Ways Group Therapy is Awesome
8 ways group therapy is awesome, organized messes
10 Things I Wish I Had Known
In supervision, I've presented some concerns with my process after graduation, and my experiences have helped prepare my colleagues for their next step. I hope this information can help trainees (and myself!) somehow, and give this sometimes nebulous field some clarity...
Read more3 Facts About School Violence
Dr. Tony Beliz just spoke about threat assessment for school violence, and he touched a few points about connection that I'd like to address. He's been in the field longer than I've been an adult, so his experience gives insight into the current state of education and quality of life our children are experiencing.
Read moreThe Myth of The Starving Artist
The Myth of the Starving Artist, Organized Messes
I heard a couple talking about writers and their perceptions of having a story to tell.
The man said, "Can you believe they're that pompous? To think that your story is so important. Look at me! I'm a sad artist! Read my story!"
The woman nodded her head, and said, "I know, right? They're so whiny, and think they're so special."
I ate my ravioli, and thought of my response to their words.
Read more8 Ways to Foster Creativity in the Classroom
Fostering creativity in the classroom, organized messes
As a kid, I often stared into the night sky immersed in the beauty of the stars. I thought about constellations and wondered if the moon was made of cheese. I also daydreamed about alien life and the potential future of humanity. It just seemed very possible that one day, the collective human culture could transcend the suffering and unnecessary corruption it currently experiences. These were my thoughts in elementary school.
Read more8 Thoughts on Internet Addiction (MMORPGs)
Thoughts on Internet Addiction (MMORPGs), organized messes
My generation has been gifted with the wonders of technology and social media. Generation Y (Millenials) are able to accumulate knowledge at the click of a mouse, and expose themselves to the endless cultures the world has to offer. With increased technology, and less worry of disease, younger people are born into a sink-or-swim technological race. It seems like the later one is born, the more he or she has to play catchup with technology, language, and cultural shifts. We are a generation swimming in information, and sometimes a few of us get caught in the turbulent waters. Some of us drown.
Read moreGuest Blog - National Eating Disorder Week
I want to introduce a very important week: February 23-March 1 is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. This week is important for many reasons, yet is rarely acknowledged in our culture. Eating disorders are commonly looked down upon, and I feel a big reason is because they are misunderstood. Eating disorders are an ever-growing epidemic.
Read moreSprinkles of Gratitude
As a school counselor intern, I'm surrounded by (700-800) hundreds of children a week. Sometimes our interactions are brief. With the culture of the school, and a greater openness to counseling or support staff, I'm able to engage with classrooms more fluidly. Some interventions are simply being visible to students in need of structure. Other times, in-class support can help some students focus more on positive tasks. And there is always individual and group support outside of class.
Read more8 Considerations When Raving (P.L.U.R.)
The Oceanic Feeling or Oceanic Experience may occur when large groups of people are united under one space. Feelings of awe and interconnectedness with the cosmos often describe this effect. Increased compassion or feelings of love for one's fellow human may also accompany the oceanic feeling. This effect often is associated with religion, and can also occur during large music events.
Have you been to huge concerts or electronic dance music (edm) events before?
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