Hey Mom, are you caring for yourself as much as others? This blogs discusses the relationship between caregivers and self-neglect, and how to make it better.

When setbacks happen, we can see them as barriers or stepping stones. This choice of perspective—what we tell ourselves about the situation—makes all the difference. Even when progress feels slow or nonexistent, it’s crucial to acknowledge the growth we’ve already achieved. Take a moment to reflect on where you were five years ago. Chances are, there’s something in your life now that would have seemed unimaginable back then. That’s progress. That’s growth.

So frequently we think that starting therapy is the solution to out problems, when really it's just the first step. It's normal for the process to feel hard, but with all that hard work comes a huge reward. Insight, healing and growth are all possible in therapy, even if it takes some time and hard work to get there.