Category Archives: Resistance

The Rush to Change…

Posted on June 24, 2014 by awentherapy

I heard an interesting adage the other day. You can’t push the river. It was used in reference to having patience for change. I really appreciated the metaphor for a couple of reasons. First, I love the imagery. Take a moment and … Continue reading →

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More About Change…

Posted on January 21, 2014 by awentherapy

Last week I wrote about some reasons that prevent people from starting the process of change. This week I wanted to talk about another reason. A reason that I feel is worth talking about by itself. What I’m talking about … Continue reading →

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We Build Our Own Walls…

Posted on November 12, 2013 by awentherapy

One of the most amazing things about being a therapist is the chance to see so many dynamics at play from an outside perspective. That perspective is significant because when we look at things from inside of the dynamic, as … Continue reading →

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We Can All Use a Little Help Sometimes…

Posted on November 27, 2012 by awentherapy

I had the opportunity to sit in a session with another therapist the other day. I loved having the chance because I think this therapist is one of the best I know.  During the session she used a concept that … Continue reading →

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Therapy as a Tool Store

Posted on January 5, 2012 by awentherapy

I often hear different statements made by many clients.  A few I frequently hear “I just deal with it” and “I’ve done it these way my whole life” and “I’ve tried everything.” These are usually said defensively, meaning the client … Continue reading →

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The Risk of Encouraging Change in Others

Posted on September 28, 2011 by awentherapy

Most of us probably know people that we’d like to see change.  I mean if they would just do this or that differently things would be so much better.  Admit it, you’ve had that thought.  Maybe with a close friend … Continue reading →

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The Push and Pull of It

Posted on September 6, 2011 by awentherapy

I got a package in the mail the other day.  It was a box with some gifts from my sister.  She often tosses some fun little “extras” in with her main gift.  She did that this time, too.  In the … Continue reading →

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