Blog for
Chris Lauzon - Therapist, LICSW

As we explore the presence or potential presence for “Expectation and Obligation” in our lives, use the Tool of Invitation.

When individuals are caught off guard, feeling back into a corner, they are very unlikely to actively listen or participate with sincerity.

Team ADHD, card-carrying member. There is nothing more frustrating than the past for me; I am a "Team ADHD" card-carrying member. “You...

Consider the presence of internal dialogue, self deprecation, and cognitive distortion as opportunities to learn and grow.

The repetitive and monotonous airplane directives from your friendly flight attendant instructing you to place your oxygen mask on your face

10 to 15 minutes daily, with review of your process after 2 weeks of Notation, Processing, and Actioning, to see if it works for you.

Experience Intentional Processing through The Tool of Notation, allowing yourself to stay present in the moment, and growth later.

Recognize unintentional isolation utilizing The Tool of Self Awareness. Utilize this recognition to meet your needs and experience growth.

Action and Inaction can both occur with or without intention. Recognize Old Mental Muscle surfacing in the form of Speculation of Outcome.

Get to know your Passengers in your Car of Life; that or those that are present based upon you historical or recent past, and find growth.

Recognize Old Metal Muscle, so that we can identify what opportunities are in our grasp when it surfaces.

When we remain silent regarding our needs, in this case how we best learn, we present risk for Judgement of Self & External Conflict.

Insight into the necessary transition from parent/child to parent/adult child relationships to maintain healthy balance.

The Tool of Self Awareness