The Therapy Gems

By: Gabriela Yareliz

Therapy is something I have found immensely helpful when processing life events or the past. It is an incredible tool that leads to more self-awareness. In April, I started a christian coaching program that when I signed up, I had no idea how needed it was going to be. Both therapy and coaching are processes where we are stretched and challenged and sometimes, affirmed. Sometimes, there are moments where I am like, “nope!” but other times, there is info that comes and soaks me like an unexpected Florida downpour.

Below, you will find some of the gems I have collected from therapy and coaching in the past few months. And below that, I will share some books that have been the equivalent of therapy in pages I can take with me and digest at my own pace (in case you are interested in some really good books– because let’s face it, a good therapist is hard to find).

The treasure box:

Resentment is often a story we build when we believe someone doesn’t care.
If we can’t let go of a story, it often means we have not processed the emotion.
Outcome does not reveal whether something was successful.
It only takes one person to show unconditional love to make others want to jump into that river.
Sometimes, rather than asking “is this true?” it is better to ask yourself “is this thought serving me?”
Some things do not take years of therapy to get past, they only require a moment of processing/awareness and true release.
We can create safety for ourselves.
Focus on what is in your control. That is where you can work your magic.
I have plenty of time to do what I am called to do.
Your most fit and energetic days are ahead of you.

Books that feel like therapy:

Good Morning Monster (every human needs to read this book) by Catherine Gildiner