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Secrets to Staying Vibrant and Fulfilled as a Senior

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Mental Health

Aging gracefully requires attention to every aspect of well-being, not just physical health. Exploring ways to adapt your daily life and environment can greatly enhance your experience during later years. Prioritizing connections, enjoyable pursuits, and tailored care can bring a sense of purpose and vitality. Balancing these elements helps sustain emotional and mental wellness alongside …

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The Aftermath of Elections: Healing Emotional Bruises and Moving Forward

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Mental Health

The election is over, and for many, things did not go as they had hoped. Some feel that their hopes and dreams have been crushed, while others fear what the future holds for themselves and for those they care about most. Since the founding of this country, the creation and signing of the Constitution, and …

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Free 2 Scream: A Guide for Support: Empowering Victims of Abuse and Their Advocates to Discover Their Voice.

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Mental Health, Therapy

I had an ex who assaulted me after being caught cheating. When I kicked him out of my house, he sued me for illegal eviction, for furniture he claimed to have bought for me, and for $10k in pain and suffering. He had the court order sent to my workplace to further embarrass me. However, …

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Breast Cancer and Body Image: Overcoming Emotional Pain and Building Resilience

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles

Here in the United States, it is difficult to find someone who has not been directly or indirectly touched by breast cancer. In 2024, Breastcancer.org reported “1 in 8 women (13%) will develop invasive breast cancer at some point in their life, and the incidence of breast cancer increased by 1% per year between 2012 …

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Finding Your True Self: Navigating the Pressure to Conform

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Mental Health

Today, a chorus of voices tells us who to believe, what to believe, when to act, and how to respond. A growing divisiveness urges people to pick a side, join a faction, align with a team, or engage in conflict. It sometimes feels like independent thinking is prohibited – like existing as one’s “authentic self” …

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