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There is more to happiness than simply feeling satisfied with one’s life.
A recent study found that experiencing the self as interdependent coincided with increased happiness through feeling greater harmony with others. The findings suggest that happiness does not simply depend on one’s life satisfaction. Rather, happiness is also shaped by the extent that one feels interdependent and in harmony with others. Self-centeredness involves the feeling of being an independent and autonomous being. This mindset involves seeking pleasure by maximizing positive outcomes for oneself, leading to fluctuations in happiness that are dependent on external stimuli. On the other hand, selflessness and the feeling of being interdependent promotes lasting happiness, since one’s happiness is no longer dictated by external events. It has been proposed that selflessness gives rise to feelings of harmony, inner peace, connection with others, and authentic happiness. In simple terms, seeing ourselves to be separated from others and our environment (the experience of self-centeredness) was linked to lower happiness, whereas seeing ourselves to be closely linked to others and the world around us (the experience of selflessness) was linked to higher happiness. The study also found that when individuals experienced selflessness, they felt a sense of harmony with others and within themselves. With Counselling we can further our future psychotherapeutic development, helping us reach high and stable happiness despite life's adversity and in turn this can lead to a more peaceful and serene society overall. Excerpts reposted with permission To read the full study, published on October 25, 2021 in Mental Health by Beth Ellwood (earned degrees in Psychology and Behavioural Science from McGill University) click on: http://www.bellacounselling.com/bellas-blog/category/relationships With Counselling we can have mental and physical Wellness
Bella Counselling can help you develop the emotional tools you need to win at life more often. The negative thoughts, feelings and situations we face in life are a regular part of the human experience. It is normal to feel stressed, sad or angry when life does not go the way we planned. When no one taught us how to manage our feelings or behaviour in the face of hardship, it can lead to disaster. When we are unable to ask for help or do not know where to go means we are left feeling alone as we carry around negative emotions. This can lead to anxiety or depression, or something much worse, like violence, addiction or suicide. With Counselling we can change this dynamic. We teach you how to be mentally agile. We can help you to untangle the mysteries of life, build your emotional resilience, and put you on the right path to mental and physical wellness. You are not alone ~ our professional Counsellors can help you better manage panic attacks, and sudden feelings of fear and anxiety
With Counselling, we can heal your childhood traumas so they do not negatively affect your future and romantic relationships
Counselling is one of the best investments you can make in your own health, happiness and future
With Counselling you are making the best investment you will ever make ~ in yourself ...and your life can change towards a positive path and direction
With Counselling we can learn how to be honest with ourselves and also others so our needs are met without manipulation
Sick of feeling unhappy, lonely, stressed, worried or alone? With counselling, together we can find your happiness and peace
Our Mental Health is important ~ with Counselling we can face your struggles and challenges together and know that you are no longer alone
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