Being Grateful during a difficult time

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As I sit in the hospital with my daughter and granddaughter I realize that I could let my negative thoughts get the best of me. I could complain about sleeping in a recliner that is killing my back or be frustrated with the number of times my granddaughter is woken up through the night. I could become angry at the four veins that have been blown in her itty bitty body and the fact that the doctors have no idea why she is spitting up dried blood or where it is coming from, but I can’t allow myself to do that; because if I allow myself to go there I will become bitter and depressed. Instead, I choose to write down the things I am grateful for; like the fact that I’m even allowed to stay overnight with my girls and I’m not considered to be a visitor; I am thankful that the staff is checking on her diligently to make sure she is ok; my heart hurts for the nurse who blew the veins when trying to get her IV in because I know she was as upset as I was about it, and though we don’t have answers my granddaughter has a team of doctors and nurses who are not giving up on her. I do realize that we are blessed to have this hospital and this staff.

Practice being Grateful

 

Author: Lei Rhyne, LPC, NCC, CHt.

Life can weigh you down, it can be overwhelming when you are juggling loved ones, children, work, parents, trauma, grief, loss, major life changes, etc. It can make you feel as if you are carrying the world on your shoulders and sometimes you need someone to help you unload it, explore it, and release it. My approach is one of guidance. My goal is to guide you through your struggles and pain and back to your true authentic self. I am an integrated therapist who believes in treating the mind, body, and soul using various theories and techniques. I help my clients explore their feelings, challenges, and behaviors and discover where they are stemming from. I guide my clients through acknowledging those feelings and reactions and work on changing the behaviors and bringing them to a place of acceptance. I use a variety of techniques including person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive behavior therapy, expressive art therapy, meditation, brainspotting, and psychodynamics. I have created a holistic and safe environment for you to unload your worries and fears. I believe that every person is worthy of acceptance and peace and I strive to help you meet your fullest protentional and embrace your uniqueness.

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