Thrive on Counseling, Inc

08/25/2026

So Grateful for the honor! Thank you! ❤️

Thank you to whoever nominated me and thank you for voting for Thrive on Counseling! All other nominations were agencies so how exciting!

08/19/2026

Train your brain daily and watch your world change! Science has confirmed what many of us already knew: when you focus on the good, your brain starts to rewire itself to find more to be grateful for. This is called neuroplasticity and it is how your brain changes and grows based on your thoughts and experiences.
The more often you notice something positive; like a kind word, a smile, or a small win, the more your brain strengthens those pathways. Over time, this turns into a habit. You naturally begin to see more hope, feel calmer, and respond with more confidence to challenges. This does not mean ignoring hard times and pretending they do not exist. It means choosing to balance the negative with real, small moments of good. Think of one to three things you are grateful for each morning, taking a moment to enjoy sunlight, or appreciating a friend’s message can shape your brain for better mental health. When you lie down to sleep, think of one to two things that went well that day. This practice not only decreases stress, but also helps build resilience, raise emotional balance, improve sleep, and increases immune strength.
Your mindset affects the structure of your brain, which in turn affects your life experiences. The empowering aspect of this is that you can direct its growth. It begins with a simple change: focus on the positive, and your brain will adapt to seek out more of it.
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07/22/2026

07/22/2026

It is a new week. The perfect moment to pause and think, am I inadvertently absorbing negativity? Do I let the wrong message into my brain? Am I a negativity sponge? It is easy to fall into the trap of believing something simply because it is repeated often either by others or your own internal self-talk or it comes from someone deemed credible. However, this assumption can be misleading, as many individuals share information to serve their own interests. Before you pass on gossip or accept claims at face value, consider the motives behind them; your sources may have their own agendas. Today offers a new opportunity—embrace it! Many misconceptions about others stem from such careless exchanges, and countless lives have been altered due to the reckless spread of misinformation.

07/17/2026

Recognizing the profound effect that our words and actions can have on others is imperative. When we start to reflect and work to recognize that one’s choices can influence the emotions and experiences of others; this realization should grow a sense of responsibility and promote mindfulness in how we communicate and behave, leading to a more compassionate and thoughtful environment. Consequently, it is important to exercise mindfulness in both speech and action, as the repercussions of our actions extend beyond personal interests and can greatly affect the well-being of others. For every choice we make there is a consequence: it may be good, bad, or indifferent; but we should be mindful about doing our best.

07/15/2026

It is important to have conversations about mental health and the ability to learn new coping and life skills.

English midfielder and FIFA World Cup star Jude Bellingham recently opened up about how important it is for everyone to have an open conversation about their mental health and to encourage others to speak up to make it easier for those struggling.

His openness in having these conversations has inspired other athletes, including his teammates, to share about how they're feeling and to reach out for help when they need it.

07/09/2026

Experience is not what happens to you; it’s what you do with what happens to you ~Aldous Huxley.

Don’t sit back and whine about why life isn’t fair...of course it isn’t fair - if someone told you it was...well then they LIED! Get up, get motivated, and get moving! People are often taught you must blame someone else...Don’t ever blame yourself. In this society of entitlement it’s never your fault; but it’s ALWAYS your fault, because if you wanted to change you would do the work. You are the one who has got to change. Will it be easy? No, change is rarely easy; but learning, growing, and communicating is always better and should be a way of life. Want a better job ? Look for it, get educated, find out what you need to know. It might take time; but it is well worth it. Want a better relationship? Put effort into it, every day, quit complaining and look at what you have and where you can go. Want a better life? Reach out, learn new skills, self-discipline your negative mind, and take one small step every day, every hour, or every minute to work toward the goal. For every action/choice, there is a consequence. It may be good, bad, or negligible; but inaction also has consequences. Time does not make things better…your choices and actions make things better.

07/04/2026

Have a Happy & Safe July 4th!!!!

This is too good 😂🇺🇸

07/02/2026

🚨 What the cannabis industry does not want you to know. What nobody is talking about is what the science now shows and it is alarming. New research published in the American Journal of Psychiatry and JAMA confirms what psychiatrists have been warning about for years:
🔴 50% of people who experience cannabis-induced psychosis go on to develop a permanent psychiatric illness; schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or a lifelong psychotic condition.
🔴 High-potency cannabis today is 5× stronger than it was in the 1990s. The w**d your parents smoked is not what is being sold at dispensaries right now.
🔴 Regular high-potency cannabis use increases your risk of schizophrenia by 4×; even in people with NO family history.
🔴 Since legalization, cannabis linked psychosis cases have nearly doubled; an 83% surge confirmed in a study of 13 million people.

This is not anti-cannabis propaganda. This is peer-reviewed science from Yale, JAMA, and the American Psychiatric Association published in April 2026.
If you or someone you love uses cannabis regularly and has been experiencing paranoia, mood swings, racing thoughts, or hearing things, please do not wait.
Cannabis-induced psychosis is treatable; But only if caught early.

05/26/2026

Alice, you cannot live your life to please others; the choice must be yours, because when you step out to face that creature, you will step out alone ~Alice in Wonderland
Embrace strength without crossing into rudeness, embody kindness while maintaining your resolve, and exhibit boldness without resorting to bullying or manipulative tactics. Cultivate humility, ensuring it does not morph into shyness, and take pride in your achievements without turning into arrogance. Approach life with confidence but remain mindful and avoid carelessness. Practice patience, allowing it to empower you rather than lead to passivity, and uphold honesty, ensuring your truthfulness does not inflict harm. Strive for discipline, balancing it with flexibility, and nurture ambition without letting it consume you. Be fearless in your pursuits, yet exercise caution to avoid recklessness. Seek wisdom, allowing it to guide you without falling into judgment, and be generous, ensuring your kindness is not exploited. Maintain focus on your goals, but remain open to new ideas, and cherish your independence while fostering connections that prevent isolation.