Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Happy Halloween!

                                                          My youngest granddaughter

Monday, October 30, 2017

The Only Failure- Is In Not Trying

An Oldie but Goodie!
When many of us think of failure, we think of things not working out after we have tried something. This is not failure. 

We think that failure is not accomplishing a goal we have set. This is not failure either. 

Failure is not setting a goal in the first place. 
 
Failure is in not trying at all.

It might be time to change the way that you look at failure.

The only Failure is in never ever even trying.

Also, you may have to attempt something more than once. You may have to attempt something a dozen, a hundred, or even a thousand times. 

If it is important to you, the "no's" will not hold you back but rather be used as a teaching tool on how to try harder and differently the next attempt! 

Just do not stop trying!

And- do not compare yourself to others!  

“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”Anonymous

When many of us think of failure, we think of things not working out after we have tried something. This is not failure. 

We think that failure is not accomplishing a goal we have set. This is not failure either. 

Failure is not setting a goal in the first place. 
 
Failure is in not trying at all.

It might be time to change the way that you look at failure.

The only Failure is in never ever even trying.

Also, you may have to attempt something more than once. You may have to attempt something a dozen, a hundred, or even a thousand times. 

If it is important to you, the "no's" will not hold you back but rather be used as a teaching tool on how to try harder and differently the next attempt! 

Just do not stop trying!

And- do not compare yourself to others!  

“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”Anonymous

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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
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Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure

Friday, October 27, 2017

Pray For Safety & Peace

With protesting going on in my hometown this weekend, I ask for prayers for everyone's safety and especially for law enforcement. 

Also, a gentle reminder to be kind to others.

ALL lives matter!

God Bless, Diane 

Thursday, October 26, 2017

Make It a Good Day- And Don't Give Up!

Just Don't Try and ....have a good day- Make it a good day yourself!

You have a better chance of reaching your goals in life if you are clear about them, you come up with a plan and then you work toward them until you achieve them!

You are in control of your life. 

Take control of your life and manage it------ so that your life and stress doesn't manage you!

 The secret of success (and healing) is to get started and never give up!

Make it a good day and take steps toward your goals in life!

          Your only limit is yourself.

Reference- Tracy, B. (2016) Just Shut Up and it! 

You are capable of making healthy and positive decisions today!

Demonstrate self-love and make the most of your day and life!

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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure













My Favorite Delicous (Healthy) Sandwich Ingredients

I  spread the almond butter on the bread and then I cut up either strawberries or apple slices, then I drizzle some raw organic honey- and then I add fresh organic kale right out of the garden. It is very tasty and healthy. The bread is made from sprouts. 

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                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure

 
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Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Alcoholism- The Dangers..........


The Dangers of Drinking Alcohol

Driving accidents

violence

sexual diseases from unprotected sex

abusive behaviors

Death from liver cirrhosis and acute pancreatitis

Irreversible neurological damage

increased risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer 

alcohol dependence 

depression 

relationship problems

loss of employment

Fetal alcohol syndrome

Spontaneous abortion 

low birth weight  


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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure















Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Your Beliefs & Habits- How They Formulate Your Actions

It is estimated that 95% of your actions are due to your habits.

Your actions and behaviors are determined by your habits of belief and how you are programmed in your mind.

Thus, the biggest obstacles of any type of success is your negative habits. Some of these habits are carried out unconsciously.

Habits are learned.

Further, the worse habits are based on how you self limit yourself. This is done in your thought process and then in your behaviors. 

The demonstration of 'learned helplessness' then often kicks in. 

Moreover, fear is the biggest roadblock to change and healing. 

It is helpful to work on changing one habit at a time. 

Chang your thought process and change your life!

Do not make excuses for yourself. 

Create better habits and start to live more abundantly!

What is the first habit that you can work on changing?

Reference- Brian Tracey, "Just Shut Up and Do It!" 2016. Simple Truths Publishing


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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure






Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Trauma Support Group Tonight


 

Depression, Anxiety,  Trauma, Grief Support Group tonight for adults of all ages.


Pre-screening and pre-registration is required for each meeting.

 Email Diane:
Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com or call or text 615-556-8406 to register or for more information 
   Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure.

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 By Diane Davidson 
                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

 Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........


 

Monday, October 23, 2017

The Best Things In Life Are Not Things!

The best things in life are not things! 

Some of them are:

 hugging your grandchild

choosing to forgive



Choosing to demonstrate love 

Watching a sunset 

taking a walk outside



teaching someone something important

Choosing forgiveness

Dancing and singing 



                                                                       Relaxing
creating

dreaming and pursing your passions





laughing with a friend

choosing to smile


making someone feel special

Fall weather

Flowers


Counting your blessings
 

                Looking at a beautiful smile!

spending time with love ones

Prayer and worshiping




                  appreciating life!  
Precious memories


Music

Water



                  Cuddling and kisses

Art

               Watching dreams come true 

Loving a pet


Love

                     Friendships                              

Warm Tea

                      Being a Parent

listening to rain

choosing joy

HUGS

                     Jesus and Faith 

Choosing to see the positive

riding a bike

                        Enjoying a bath

Encouraging and believing in someone

butterfly kisses

gardening

                            Exploring

reading and learning

choosing healing 

Being Kind 


and Playing- no matter how old you are!

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                               Gammon M.S.
         Clinical Mental Health Counselor

 Open Full-Time Days - Monday through Saturday
With Evening Appointments
615-556-8406
Email- Diane@LivingWithHopeCounseling.com

Sliding Scale Fee for Individual Counseling Sessions 

Free Support Groups for: Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Hopelessness, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, and Grief and Loss (Including Miscarriage/ Stillbirth/ Infant loss)

Disclaimer- I am not a doctor and I am not giving out medical advice. My blogs are for information and inspirational purposes. Please consult your doctor before starting a new health regimen.

Diane Davidson Gammon MS is clinically supervised by Michael Loftis LCSW as she pursues  LPC-MHSP licensure
  Have Hope! Renew Health! and...........