by James Robbins, M.A., LPC Happiness is not a “cure” for unhappiness–no more than day is a “cure” for night. It’s human nature to seek more and more happiness while trying (rather desperately at times) to avoid unhappiness. But happy and unhappy are part of a natural cycle. Life is up. Life is down. Things […]
10 Things Worth Knowing and 1 that Probably Isn’t
by James Robbins, M.A., LPC As a licensed professional counselor, a published author and co-owner of Dallas Whole Life Counseling I like to think I’ve learned a few things along the way. Here are just a few of the things that I have learned. They might surprise you… Wealthy people worry way more about money […]
Does Mr. Happy Make You Sad?
by James Robbins, M.A., LPC They have a saying in India. “When a pickpocket meets a saint, all he sees are pockets.” While I am no saint, I do have a magic t-shirt. I’m not sure what makes it magic, but every time I wear it, people can’t help commenting. Rescued from the Walmart sales […]
You Should Quit “Shoulding” Yourself
by James Robbins, M.A., LPC, Being a better person is highly overrated. It tends to involve a lot of “shoulds.” You should eat less salt. You should drive with your hands at 10 and 2. You should sit at least three feet from all electronic devices and never swim after eating spaghetti. In the therapy world, we […]
The Magic Button Dilemma
by James Robbins, M.A., LPC, Suppose you had a magic button. If you push this button, you are guaranteed a blissful life from that point forward. You’ll get everything you want, and easily avoid the things you don’t. Would you push that button? Sure you would. But what if there was a catch? Suppose if […]