Why Can’t I Let it Go? Understanding Rumination
When old hurts keep replaying in the mind, letting go can feel impossible. In this counseling reflection, a client’s late-night rumination opens a conversation about “shoulds,” family wounds, and the gentle work of choosing which inner voice to follow.
J. Michael Mcgee
5 days ago6 min read
The Sting of the Second Arrow
The first arrow is pain. The second arrow is the suffering we add to it. Be aware of the pain of the second arrow, for with it comes darkness and despair. With its origin in Buddhism, the Second Arrow parable claims that anytime one suffers a misfortune, two arrows fly. Being struck by the first arrow is painful. But being hit by the second arrow, the self-inflicted one, can be more devastating. This analogy is a teaching tool for healing mental disorders. As the story go
J. Michael Mcgee
May 213 min read