Bluff Creek Counseling

01/07/2025

Recently I’ve been thinking about the fascinating dynamics in families and the rules and roles each sets in motion to keep the family “functioning” in dysfunctional ways. These roles and rules are systemic in nature…meaning that they’ve been molded together over time to keep the system going in the same way that our human organs worked together to keep us alive.

The unfortunate thing about dysfunctional family systems is that they form over time to serve some people more than others. So when one person tries to change their own role or even the rules of their family’s system that has kept them all in constant dysfunction, it freaks everyone else out.

11/04/2024

Try to be receptive to each other’s apologies. If there are still unresolved issues, bring them up later. Water what you want to grow. ❤️

11/04/2024

Research finds that if our language shows someone we're open to their perspective, they are more likely to be open to ours.

11/04/2024

Sharing our stories and feelings can turn mountains into molehills. Let's make space to talk with friends, family, and skilled professionals so we can embrace the journey to mental wellness together.

matters

10/18/2024

If you’re involved with someone who has a narcissistic personality disorder, it can be hard to get them to seek treatment. Looking at the brain can help...

10/14/2024

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10/05/2024

With Terry Real - Relational Life Institute – I'm on a streak! I've been a top fan for 3 months in a row. 🎉

09/07/2024