Why Being Held Accountable (Especially in Therapy) Is Actually Your Superpower

Why Being Held Accountable (Especially in Therapy) Is Actually Your Superpower

Look, we all know that feeling, right? That little voice in your head that promises you'll start that thing, stick to that plan, or finally tackle that big, scary goal. And then... life happens. Suddenly, "tomorrow" turns into "next week," which morphs into "maybe someday." Sound familiar? Yeah, me too. We're all experts at letting ourselves off the hook. We're masters of the "I'll get to it later" excuse. But here's the thing: that's where accountability steps in, like a friend who loves you enough to call you on your stuff. And in therapy? It's like that friend has superpowers.…
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Thank you Warren Buffett

I recently wrote this thank you letter to Warren Buffett.  His great role modeling is what compelled me to write my first letter to a celebrity. He has some great talks on youtube. Buck Black LCSW, LCAC 100 Saw Mill Road, Suite 3102 Lafayette, Indiana 47905 www.BuckBlack.com 765-807-6778 Mr. Warren Buffett 3555 Farnam Street Suite 1440 Omaha, NE 68131 Dear Mr. Buffett, Thank you for being a teacher and an amazing role model for our society.  I am a licensed therapist and Certified Financial Social Worker who helps couples with money problems, as well as anger, stress, and various relationship…
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I Can’t…

I Can’t…

The Power of "Can Do" We've all been there. Someone asks us to take on a new challenge, and instead of considering the possibilities, we immediately start listing the reasons why it won't work. "I don't have the time," "I don't have the resources," "I'm not skilled enough" – these become our default responses, our go-to excuses for inaction. But what if we shifted our focus? What if, instead of dwelling on limitations, we started talking about what we can do? One of the things that truly perplexes me is the tendency to spend so much time and energy explaining…
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The Value of a Smile

The Value of a Smile

/ Guest Post / by Author Unknown A smile cost nothing, but gives much. It enriches those who receive, Without making poorer those who give. It takes but a moment, But the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None is so rich or mighty that he can get along without it, And none is so poor but that he can be made rich by it. A smile creates happiness in the home, Fosters good will in business, And is the countersign of friendship. It brings rest to the weary, Cheer to the discouraged, Sunshine to the sad, And is nature's…
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What Gets You Motivated?

What Gets You Motivated?

Alright, let's talk about something that truly matters: what fuels you? What dreams are you chasing? It's easy, isn't it, to get swept up in the daily grind? The relentless cycle of work, family obligations, and just trying to keep your head above water. We all know that feeling, that sense of being stuck in survival mode. But I'm here to tell you, there's so much more to life than simply existing. There's a vibrant, fulfilling existence waiting for you, and it starts with a simple question: what do you have to look forward to? Finding your motivation, that inner…
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