Religion can provide a sense of meaning and purpose in people's lives, but it can also have a dark side when it comes to cults. The news out of Kenya about mass deaths due to cults is tragic and a reminder of the dangers of blindly following a charismatic leader. As a clinical psychologist, we believe in the importance of critical thinking and maintaining one's individuality while embracing or seeking help on religious beliefs which brings balance and prioritizes human rights. If you or someone you know has been affected by religious or cultic trauma, reach out to True North Consulting for support and guidance. Remember, religious beliefs should never lead to death or the violation of essential freedoms, so let's stay alert and focused on individuality while approaching religious practices.
As humans, we are resilient creatures, capable of bouncing back from the toughest of situations. Resilience can be compared to a rubber band that can stretch and return to its original form, no matter how much it is pulled. But what happens when the rubber band is pulled too far? Stressors in life can be compared to the force that stretches the rubber band, and if we don't identify and cope with them in a healthy manner, we risk snapping. To build resilience, it is crucial to identify our stressors, which can be likened to the weeds in a garden. Just as weeds can hinder the growth of a garden, stressors can hinder our personal growth. By identifying these stressors, we can work towards removing them and creating a healthier environment for growth. But simply removing stressors is not enough. Just as a garden needs to be tended to regularly, we need to develop healthy coping mechanisms to nurture our resilience. Coping mechanisms can be compared to the fertilizer that helps plants g...
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