Life Lived Better

Happy Independence Day to our listeners in the USA.

Questions? If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]    

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.    

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.   

Is it love or addiction? Joseph and Paula address the benefits of love and also look at love addiction. What are the signs, symptoms, and treatment? Listen to find out.   

If you or someone you know struggles with sex addiction, consider reaching out to SAA, Sex Addicts Anonymous. SAA states that their primary purpose to help people recover from sexual addiction. SAA is a 12-step program. It is not therapy. It is free and offered in person and online. To learn more about SAA, you can find them online at saa-recovery.org. You can call them at 713.869.4902 or email them at [email protected] 

Questions? If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]    

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.    

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.   

Resourced Information 

7 benefits of being in love | Life (news24.com) 

Love Addiction: Definition, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment (verywellmind.com) 

What Is Love Addiction? - Addiction Treatment (apn.com) 

Knock on wood? Throw salt over your shoulder? Think wearing your lucky undies will help your favorite sports team win the big game? You might be engaging in Magical Thinking. And that is not all bad. But, there is a downside to Magical Thinking. Joseph and Paula share examples of this Magical Thinking and Superstitions. They also address why we do this, the negative outcomes if it goes too far, and how to stop.  

If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at ⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠ or email them directly at ⁠[email protected]⁠    

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: ⁠www.lifelivedbetter.net⁠.    

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.   

Resourced Information that contributed to this episode:

7 Helpful Tips to Overcome Magical Thinking | Inspiration | SuccessStory 

Magical Thinking | Psychology Today 

Magical Thinking: What It Is and Isn't (healthline.com) 

Keep the change!

Want to not only make some life changes but keep the changed things changed? In this episode, Joseph and Paula provide some insight into the reason it is difficult to change, steps to make changes, and tips on how to keep the change once you have taken the initial action.  

If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]   

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.   

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.  

Resourced Information:  

8 Good Reasons Why Change Is Hard (dumblittleman.com) 

5 Ways to Make Changes That Stick | Psychology Today 

Forget to mow the lawn? Miss your best friend's last birthday? Run late for that important meeting? We all faulter. But, how do you respond to your transgressions? Do you blame others or take full responsibility? If you find yourself making excuses, this episode will tell you why and give you the steps to stop! 

If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]   

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.   

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.  

Resourced Information:  

13 Steps to Stop Making Excuses and Take Responsibility (developgoodhabits.com) 

Excuses | Psychology Today 

Psychological Impact of Rebound Effect & Excuses! How Do They Play a Role in Self-control? (linkedin.com) 

Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand In the Sun and Be Your Own Person: Rhimes, Shonda: 9781476777122: Amazon.com: Books 

Happy Memorial Day and Mental Health Month from Life, Lived Better.

Finishing up this round of Questions for Counselors, Joseph and Paula address reasons some addictions are harder to overcome than others, how to support a person who has made major changes, things to help a person change without going to counseling and more!

Keep the questions coming. They get better with each new Questions for Counselors!

If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]  

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.  

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better. 

How do you get over the loss of your father? How do you help your loved one get into recovery? How do you support someone who has made huge life changes?

These are a few of the questions people asked Joseph and Paula to answer on this episode of Questions for Counselors!

Enjoy!

If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]  

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.  

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better. 

Social Masks are created to make us more comfortable and ease our fears. We wear masks when interacting with people we think will not accept us if they knew who we “really were”. There are a number of types of masks we might wear. They all hide our authenticity. In this episode, Joseph and Paula talk about the reasons we wear masks, the types of masks many people use, and how to break free of these masks to reveal who you truly are.  

Information sourced for this episode includes:  

The Dream Catcher: Live Your Dream Life, Make a Difference. 

The Masks That We Wear | Psychology Today 

Personality Masks: 11 Examples | Psych Central 

Lyrics to Perfect by Alanis Morisette 

Poem Please Heard What I'm Not Saying by Charles C. Finn, 1966

If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected]  

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net.  

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better. 

If someone asks you to go to dinner, what is your response?

Each of these responses represent a Communication Style. Do you know your Communication Style? Listen as Joseph and Paula address the 4 Styles to determine which you most frequently use.

Resourced information:  

4 Types of Communication Styles | Alvernia University 

Burr, W. R. (1990). Beyond I-Statements in family communication. Family Relations, 39(3), 266. https://doi.org/10.2307/584870 

Understanding Your Communication Style | Princeton University 

If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at [email protected] 

You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net. 

Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.