We ALL have to deal with challenging and difficult situations, people and relationships in our lives. If our expectation is that life should be effortless and others have it easier, then we will certainly be disappointed.

Some of us are dealing with loss (death or divorce) or with painful transitions or scary health situations. Whatever you are dealing with, it is important (at some point) to “step away” and view your situation from different angles.

• What are you learning from this experience?
• Are you deepening your compassion?
• Are you becoming less judgmental?
• Are you realizing that you are not living your passion?

At times it’s very helpful to depersonalize our situation. We tend to get very attached to our situations, whatever they are.

Please remember your situation does not define you — you define you!

• Your divorce does not define you.
• Your illness does not define you.

If you are struggling with a difficult life situation and you would like support and guidance in bringing out the meaning or need help getting unstuck…then please reach out to me and schedule an appointment.

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Licensed counselor and founder of Girls Stand Strong Michelle Kelley, LCSW, helps girls and women of all ages develop and improve their self-image, self-esteem, relationship and communication skills, emotional understanding, coping skills, the ability to handle difficult situations and people, and resiliency to create a brighter, better and more successful tomorrow. For more information about Michelle’s coaching and counseling services, call (703) 505-2413 or email michelle@girlsstandstrong.com.

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