When we have someone in our lives that we love who has struggled with substance abuse, we can easily take on a caretaker role. But that’s not always our job and it may not be serving our relationship like we think it is.
Discover 10 fun and meaningful couple activities in Dallas this holiday season to strengthen your relationship, from adventurous outings like couples fencing classes to cozy nights with question cards and board games. Whether you’re looking for connection, creativity, or romance, these ideas are perfect for deepening your bond while celebrating the season.
Do the terms “lazy” or “unproductive” come to mind at all? Frankly, they do for many people, and I’m here to say that stillness is necessary for our mental well-being and overall health. Being still truly means without movement or sound and, as humans, we can use movement and sound to drown out a lot.
We all live busy lives and could be doing something at every given moment of every single day. There’s just not enough time some days and it can feel like a never-ending race to check things off the to-do list. On the other hand, being still means we take a second to breathe and feel the emotions we’ve been pushing aside or drowning out. I’ll let you in on a little secret, we all do this. It’s so common for people to stay busy to not address what’s really happening for us internally.
Let’s work on making it less scary and notice the benefits it can have on our minds and bodies. I invite you to take 30 seconds today to sit in stillness. Maybe the absolute noiseless environment is too overwhelming and that’s ok. Sometimes our bodies need time to adjust to being still when it’s not used to it, so let’s take it a step at a time.
Instead, try sitting somewhere that feels restful and take in your environment around you. What are the components that make that spot restful? Is it a nearby plant that is flourishing, or the hum of the fan beside you, or the smell of a candle burning on the table? Take it all in with deep breaths and notice what happens for you.
Meet The Author: Kayla Sammons, LMFT-A here at Millennial Life Counseling!
Kayla is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Associate specializing in individual work, couples therapy, and premarital counseling. Kayla’s empathetic approach makes her a trusted guide for those seeking meaningful change and deeper connections.
Whether you’re an individual looking to feel empowered in understanding your emotions, a couple hoping to enhance your connection, or partners ready to say ‘I do’, Kayla is here and ready to work with you!
SO MANY millennial newlyweds have been impacted by the COVID19 pandemic. Postponed weddings, cancelled ceremonies, changes in plans, and more togetherness than you could have possibly imagined during this newlywed phase of life. Here are some thoughts from our Client Coordinator, Sarah, a newlywed herself!
