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5 Keys to Happiness

by Daniel Bateson 9 February 2019in Calling, Happiness, Meaning, Mission, Psychology, Purpose, Self-Help One comment

We all want to be happy, but finding “happiness” is, well, kinda hard. The nature of happiness is fleeting, dancing in the periphery. The moment you think you have a firm grasp on it, happiness slips out of your hands. This doesn’t mean happiness is impossible to obtain, but it should open our eyes to the fact that the way we pursue may be problematic. Here are 5, better ways of pursuing happiness that are supported by science.

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The Monkey On Your Back: 10 Ways to Overcome Social Anxiety

by Daniel Bateson 28 March 2018in Anxiety, Counseling, Mental Health Disorder, Mental Illness, Psychology, Reflection, Self-Help, Thinking Errors No comment

Social anxiety is a lot like a monkey on your back. It’s a constantly distracting and disruptive presence that you can’t see. And it makes the very important things of connecting with others extremely challenging. So, if you like many others, struggle with social anxiety, read this blog. It will help! It you want to get the social anxiety monkey off your back it is imperative that you become aware of what you are feeling, why you are feeling that way, and how that feeling affects your behavior and your thinking. Below are steps how you can manage and even thrive in the face of social anxiety.

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The Gift of Reconciling with Your Recovering Parent this Holiday Season

by Daniel Bateson 9 November 2017in Communication, Depression, Family Issues, Grieving, Mental Health Disorder, Mental Illness, Parenting, Reflection, Relationships, Self-Help, Seniors No comment

With the holidays approaching you might be considering building a bridge to your parent.  Family relationships can be complicated, and if your senior parent is a recovering addict things can be especially overwhelming.  If you aren’t sure where to start, here is some great advice.

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Even A Superhero Needs Counseling Book Launch

by Daniel Bateson 20 December 2016in Book, Comic Books, Counseling, Mental Illness, Psychology, Reflection, Relationships, Self-Help, Thinking Errors No comment

Looking for that perfect Christmas gift for your comic book loving friend or family member? Look no further! Fans of the Marvel and DC movies and comics will love “Even A Superhero Needs Counseling.” In it you will find an in-depth guide to understanding your favorite comic book character from a psychological perspective while providing you with relevant and insightful advice. In other words, by learning more about Thor, the Hulk, Wonder Woman, Stephen Strange, Superman and many more, you can learn more about yourself. Comic books aren’t just entertainment; they can be a window into the strengths and weaknesses of humanity.

Daniel Bates is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who offers his expert counsel for superhero, supervillain and readers alike. In each chapter, you’ll find:

  • An overview of major comic book character’s origin story, arch-enemies, and dynamics of their psychology.
  • A mental health diagnosis based on the relevant details of the character’s symptoms.
  • What mental health treatment would consist of based on the diagnosis and how it would help their life.
  • And, most importantly, how your favorite comic book character’s story can be informative for you own personal growth.

So, if you struggle with anxiety you’re in good company, Superman can relate. If you’ve had an addiction, you and Tony Stark could go to an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting together. Or, if you’ve ever had relationship problems, the Scarlet Witch can commiserate with you. Whatever the problem, you will find a superhero or supervillain that shares your struggle. And it is through their stories, you can find help for yours.

Click on the link to learn more or purchase on Amazon. The book is now available in paperback and the Kindle version is available for pre-order.

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The Relationship Between Spiritual Growth and Mental Health Counseling

by Daniel Bateson 29 September 2016in Christian Mysticism, Christianity, Reflection, Spiritual Disciplines, Spirituality, The Church, Therapy, Transcendent Moments No comment

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What is the relationship, if any, between spiritual growth and mental health counseling? What should the Church’s interest be in mental health? Certainly, the Church is not a mental health agency, nor should it be. The Church is the visible body of Christ on Earth. The Church is the pillar of truth. Its primary purpose is proclamation of the truth of the gospel. And the body is the vehicle for demonstrating gospel by the way its members love one another. So, where does the topic of mental health fit into the purpose of the Church?

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The Physical Benefits of Spirituality

by Daniel Bateson 28 July 2016in Counseling, Psychology, Self-Help, Spiritual Disciplines, Spirituality No comment

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Want to be healthy? Want to live a long and satisfying life? Do you want your body to stay in the best condition as possible? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be interested to know that physical health is closely connected with spiritual health.

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