do your body. Just because you are someone who is in good shape, doesn’t mean you should just stop going to the gym or the doctor for that matter.
Your Support System Cannot Be Your Therapist
Chances are that your family and friends care for you and you care about them as well. They are the people who are going to want you to be as happy as you can be.
Although this is true, they may not be the right people to rely on for mental health advice. Your family and friends are not trained, mental health experts.
If you sprain your ankle, you go to your family physician, not your uncle. You shouldn’t place that type of responsibility on your loved ones.
Even though they may have great intentions, the advice from friends and family is not generally objective. Someone who has dedicated their entire life to their career with training and classes should be explaining your complex mental issues.
When seeking out help for your mental health, you should look for a completely unbiased conversation.
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There’s Nothing Wrong With A Little Discomfort
For those who think nothing is wrong with them, therapy is still good for challenging yourself to help get out of your comfort zone. It’s healthy to explore your thoughts, fears, and wishes by sharing them with a therapist.
Therapy is an effective way to push you out of your unhealthy behaviors. Taking the risks of exposing your unhealthy thoughts and behaviors and trusting another person with who you are is a healthy challenge. Every time you overcome your fears you are rewarded with the feeling of increased confidence.