I believe in the healing power of human connection, in the role of counseling to restore hope and dignity, and in my duty to listen, to advocate, and to serve with compassion.
Category: Personal
Unsubscribing from the Past: The Unspoken Part of Career Change
This shift changes what I pay for. It also changes what I pay attention to. It is a subtle part of the transition. The emails and updates that once sparked my interest now feel like echoes from a past chapter. Meanwhile, the communications from counseling organizations feel fresh and invigorating.
Beyond Defeat: Embracing Cognitive Restructuring and Self-Compassion
Learning from our mistakes can be even more powerful if we keep in mind what moves us ahead: our core values. Reflecting on these principles helps guide our actions, especially in moments of pain and disorientation. Ethical reflection can ensure that our responses are grounded in integrity and purpose.
Embracing the Horizon: My Commitments as I Turn 45
I am happy for the coming years, the growth, friendships, and new beginnings. I am committed to living with my heart wide open to the possibilities that lie ahead. As I celebrate life, I realize that the best is not behind me. It is unfolding right now, under my feet, with each step I take.
My Self-Care Strategies
While I have always enjoyed walking, my physician has highlighted the ole of weightlifting in preventing muscle loss. As I type these words, I am hoping to maintain this routine when my workload intensifies. For now, I am letting go of that concern and enjoying this amount of exercise while it lasts.
Thinking about Hope
Hope is a key ally in building resilience. It enables clients to face setbacks with courage and perseverance. It offers a counterbalance to the despair or anxiety that many experience, not by eliminating these feelings, but by providing a perspective that coexists with them. Hope offers a glimpse of light in darkness.
The Transformative Power of Music in My Life
Music is a universal language that speaks to the collective soul, transcending cultural and linguistic barriers sometimes with its healing embrace, and sometimes with its irresistible invitation to just dance.
Rediscovering My Inner Sanctuary: Reflections on My Time in Brazil
I felt loved and reconnected with those whom I also love and care about. I left each encounter with my heart full. But there was one more thing, something deeper, that these encounters provided me: They helped me remember who I am, what I value, and where I want to go.
Breaks and Returns
For this reason, we are taking a brief hiatus from the blog. But fear not. We will be back on January 2, 2024, refreshed and ready to dive into the winter quarter’s courses and much more.
The Art of Balancing: My Weekly Juggling Act
Balancing a demanding job with an academic journey requires a strategic approach, a deep-rooted commitment, and the ability to compartmentalize when necessary. This intricate exercise, filled with joy and hope, encapsulates my pursuit of excellence as I make a dream come true.
Roque Neto 