{"id":60914,"date":"2024-08-21T15:15:51","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T19:15:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ccpa-accp.ca\/?p=60914"},"modified":"2024-08-27T16:01:41","modified_gmt":"2024-08-27T20:01:41","slug":"60914","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ccpa-accp.ca\/fr\/60914\/","title":{"rendered":"Discovering Peace in Difficult Times"},"content":{"rendered":"
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For me at least, life has seemed like a script straight out of a low budget movie. Humanity has endured so much in recent years, from the pandemic, to wars and rumors of wars, to our basic foundations being disrupted; it\u2019s been a time of intense and immense change. Not only have we endured turbulence on a global scale, but at home as well. I\u2019ve had friends who\u2019ve lost loved ones, I too, have lost a few. My own health has waned at times, while I\u2019ve known others struggling to stay alive. We\u2019ve endured political and religious strifes. We\u2019ve maneuvered a wave of geo-economic uncertainties, followed by a tide of humanitarian necessities. We\u2019ve witnessed global disasters, riots, and an essential breakdown of our cultures. There has always been a sort of ebb-and-flow related to humanity, but these times are our times, and not something read in a manuscript from long ago. Therefore, how do you manage times of global uncertainties, strifes, and the reshaping and redefining of our cultures? Discovering peace in difficult times is not anomaly. It\u2019s an absolute possibility! Whether you\u2019ve struggled with your health, finances, job security, or some other personal hardship; there is a way of finding peace within your heart and mind. So, what is peace? Peace is the knowledge that no matter what is occurring within your life, you can find a sense of calm and personal tranquility. It\u2019s that ability of being reassured that you\u2019ll make it through the storm. There are many approaches to discovering peace within, but understand that such peace of mind, thoughts, and perceptions will only manifest through your personal efforts. So, how do I achieve such peace? Achieving such peace can occur through one\u2019s personal efforts or it may be achieved through the guidance of a trained professional. Please understand that achieving peace will not eliminate hardships that come your way, but rather it can help you to endure and find calm in the midst of a storm. Storms are a natural part of life, but it\u2019s how you face those storms that can make a world of difference.<\/p>\n

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACHIEVING CALM AND FINDING PEACE<\/strong>
\nPlease understand that there isn\u2019t a quick fix for stress and anxiety, but through the daily replication of the following tools you\u2019ll discover a more serene life. Likewise, many of these tools can be implemented by anyone, anywhere and at anytime. Please note that the benefits of such exercises increase when practiced regularly.<\/p>\n

Deep Breathing Exercises.<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are a number of benefits from such an exercise. The key to a majority of breathing exercises is one\u2019s personal comfortability, suitability and ability to isolate oneself for a few minutes. The ideal amount of time is approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Be certain that you are capable of stepping away from any momentary cares and setting aside all devices that may cause a distraction. The physiological and psychological benefits are numerous and they may include:
\n\u2022 reduction in tension, stress and anxiety
\n\u2022 improvement in focus and one\u2019s overall clarity
\n\u2022 decrease one\u2019s susceptibility to colds and other illnesses
\n\u2022 research has shown that breath work is capable of placing an individual in the moment and shifting them from past harms and challenges
\n\u2022 has been shown to create a stream of inner peace and tranquility.<\/p>\n

Meditation.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s the type of exercise that can prove foreign to those that haven\u2019t utilized it before, but overtime it\u2019s capable of bringing calm, balance and peace. There are many benefits related to such an exercise, which may include:
\n\u2022 creating more awareness of the self, your surroundings and others
\n\u2022 decreasing stress, anxiety, and negative emotions
\n\u2022 it\u2019s capable of lowering your resting heart rate and blood pressure<\/p>\n

\u2022 improving focus and personal clarity
\n\u2022 immediately and unconsciously prompting you to relax in times of elevated stress
\n\u2022 it\u2019s capable of managing physiological and psychological conditions.<\/p>\n

Progressive Muscle Relaxation.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s through this mindful exercise that an individual is capable of reducing a number of physiological and psychological concerns. As humans, we are often unaware that we carry a lot of our stress in our muscles. The benefits of Progressive Muscle Relaxation include:
\n\u2022 it\u2019s capable of decreasing stress and anxiety
\n\u2022 improving one\u2019s overall cognition and mental health
\n\u2022 improving one\u2019s psychological awareness of their physiological self and visa versa
\n\u2022 it may decrease issues related to bruxism, TMJ, and other orthodontic disorders
\n\u2022 improve issues around the neck, back, and shoulders<\/p>\n

Journaling.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is one of my favorite psychological tools, because it can assess our personal progress and provide significant insights into our perceptions, mindset, and
\njourney. Journaling can vary dependent on an individual\u2019s comfortability and ease with divulging personal information. Please note, it is prudent that you are capable of sharing information within your journal without fear of retribution, intimidation or harm. In recent years, technology has made it easier to create a confidential journal. I highly recommend using software or an application that requires a password and biometric measurements (e.g. fingerprint mapping, facial recognition and retina scans).
\nThere are many benefits related to journaling, they include:
\n\u2022 insights into an individual\u2019s personal journey
\n\u2022 insights into an individual\u2019s personal relationships
\n\u2022 improvement in one\u2019s mental health
\n\u2022 boosts emotional intelligence, memory and mental health
\n\u2022 it\u2019s an excellent way to strategize and plan for the future
\n\u2022 journaling has an unique way of reaffirming an individual\u2019s self-worth<\/p>\n

Daily Affirmations.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Affirmations are the ultimate supportive tool. It\u2019s a tool that not only can have an incredible effect on your way of thinking, but on those that you interact with. Affirmations are the quintessential therapeutic tool, because it is derived from the individual. In my work, I have frequently started my patients off with basic prewritten affirmations, then I ask my patients to create their own. It\u2019s this task that has the patient looking deep within their personal psyche. While there are a variety of approaches and styles, it\u2019s the individual\u2019s willingness to approach this with sincerity and acceptance that makes this tool a true success. In simple, affirmations are derived from quotes, statements, or ideas that reaffirm an individual\u2019s personal self-worth, goodness, and acceptability. It\u2019s identifying and believe the words that you consume.<\/p>\n

Examples of Constructive Affirmations:<\/em>
\n\u2022 \u201cWho you are inside is what helps you make and do everything in life.\u201d
\n~ Fred Rogers
\n\u2022 \u201cNothing can dim the light that shines from within.\u201d
\n~ Maya Angelou
\n\u2022 \u201cI am the greatest. I said that even before I knew I was.\u201d
\n~ Muhammad Ali
\n\u2022 \u201cLife is like a riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving.\u201d
\n~ Albert Einstein
\n\u2022 \u201cThose who dare to fail miserably can achieve greatly.\u201d
\n~ John Fitzgerald Kennedy<\/p>\n

Please do not grow weary on your journey. Life is filled with many obstacles and remember they are begging you to go around them. Do not fret if you have relapses or setbacks. Life isn\u2019t about obtaining some form of perfection, but it\u2019s about enjoying each leg of the journey. Do not worry if you fail or succeed, because it too is about living out the experience. Focus on the process and the opportunity to learn more about you. Enjoy each moment and each encounter throughout your life. The good and the bad that occur are simply mile markers and not definitive of your worth or acceptability. Allow yourself time to heal and transform into the ultimate you. Being you is what it is all about. Nothing less and nothing more. Life is a journey and it\u2019s how you approach it that will make all the difference.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1001014,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-60914","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nDiscovering Peace in Difficult Times - L'Association canadienne de counseling et de psychoth\u00e9rapie<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ccpa-accp.ca\/60914\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"fr_FR\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Discovering Peace in Difficult Times - 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