Finding Bright Spots
I have struggled with anxiety and depression through-out my life. It was not until adulthood during Gifted and Talented certification training that I learned about Existential Depression and Dabrowski's theory of Positive Disintegration. It was such a relief to finally understand that there was a name and research to support what I had been experiencing all these years. I also understand now that while my depression and anxiety are viewed in our culture as a pathology that this can also be looked at through a positive lens. Anxiety and Depression have been two of the most difficult challenges for me, but they have also been opportunities for me to learn self-regulation strategies so that I can tap into and effectively share my gift of empathic ability with others.
Looking through inspirational images, quotes, or favorite moments in time, can help you on your journey to find light in times of darkness. Here are some of my personal favorites.
New Year Lovelights by Cope Consulting LLC
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Buddha Doodles by Molly Hahn
Songs and Poems Can Provide Comfort and Inspire Hope
"Coming Out of the Dark"
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"Dream the Impossible Dream"
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"The Climb"
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"Listen to the Musn'ts"
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Dana's "Finding Light" Articles
Apps for Mindful Moments |
Apps to Create Your Own Bright Spots |
Savoring "Bright Spots"
Created with PicPlayPost App
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Pattern Noticing Bright Spots
"Over and Over and Over Again, Patterns are Like that, Like that My Friend."-Kindergarten Pattern Teaching Rhyme
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Birthday Bright Spots
Roots and Wings Bright Spots
Inspirational Video Books
The Believe Book
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The One Book
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