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• posted: Mar. 10, 2026
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In the previous blog, I introduced the difference between feedback and criticism. In Part Six, I will address blame and our inner critic. Blame and Burden According to Caldwell, taking responsibility for Read More

• posted: Mar. 10, 2026
• mental health,  counseling,  illinois counseling,  psychotherapy,  tinley park illinois,  tinley park counseling,  counselor

We now turn to another important section of the book: Feedback versus Criticism. Caldwell explores how our interpretation of the world and others shapes both our reactions and our perceptions. Feedback describes Read More

• posted: Feb. 11, 2026
• mental health,  mental wellness,  counseling,  illinois counseling,  psychotherapy,  stress management,  anger management,  coping skills,  tinley park illinois,  oak forest illinois,  mokena illinois,  tinley park counseling

Anger is a normal human emotion. Everyone feels it at times, perhaps when plans fall apart, when we feel treated unfairly, or when we face ongoing stress. Anger itself is Read More

• posted: Nov. 11, 2025
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Welcome to Counseling Matters and to our first post!  I am honored you are taking the time to visit and read on.  This blog will have many contributors on many Read More