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Value Guideposts for PsychEducation
For all of us, the work we produce is sourced from somewhere. The purpose of this information is to clarify my own understanding of from where the work I produce is sourced and the values by which I define my work, particularly in reference to the contributions I wholeheartedly make to psychology education.
I believe Psychology infiltrates every aspect of our lives and all could benefit from learning more about this piece of our wellness. Understanding of this field has historically been reserved for "experts" and rightly so, for the psyche is undeniably complex and individualized. However, I believe there are basic truths that everyone should have access to, as it applies to their own development.
This supposition is built on the following beliefs:
Mental Health as a Spectrum of Wellness
I believe mental health is a broad spectrum of wellness that is dependent on all the other dimensions of our wellness including physical, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual, occupational, and environmental. More about that here. While there are more severe cases requiring professional intervention and treatment, I believe the vast majority of individuals can implement self improvement with supportive resources to some degree on their own.
Growth Oriented Mindset
This means that challenges are met with an optimistic attitude and reconciliation. With this mindset, the individual is geared toward growth despite discomfort, limitations, weaknesses, or contrary. Additionally, they are proactive in seeking out sources of learning and growth, rather than passively awaiting instruction. Having this mindset allows one to remain open to new possibilities and does not operate in terms of "scarcity" but instead believes there are plenty of opportunities for success to go around for everyone.
Resiliency and Resourcefulness
Through challenges we grow our resiliency. We take responsibility for the choices we make (and the choices we don't make). We believe in Personal Agency as being an initiator of our own transformative change. We look for ways to adapt, evolve, and improve our lives as opposed to allowing our circumstances to victimize us or to rely on blaming external factors for our successes or failures.
Perspective as Power
The perspective we hold wields power over our ability to remain authentic in our pursuits. We are acutely aware of our own self deception and work toward objectivity as much as possible. We routinely search ourselves for signs where we have lost objectivity or have not thought critically through a process. Changing our perspective, though not always easy or immediate, is within our own power.
Pursuit of Truth
We pursue truth over all else, removing extraneous distractions or self serving motives, always crediting sources on which we have relied. We recognize an aspect of human nature that has a tendency to manipulate truth in favor of convenience, ego, excuses, or confirmation bias, but work to override this tendency by continuously re-aligning our pursuit of truth.
Balance
We recognize that life is paradoxical and often there is no absolute answer that works for everyone. We take the truth of our experiences and apply them as they resonate, understanding that our perception may not be all encompassing or appropriate for all circumstances.
Disclaimer
WriterType publications are intended to provide inspiration and encouragement based on the experience and research of its creator and contributors. The material on WriterType and associated platforms is not intended to be or to replace mental health care. Some issues surrounding mental health are too intense and personal to be addressed by non-professionals. Ask your primary care physician to recommend a mental health care professional near you.
I believe Psychology infiltrates every aspect of our lives and all could benefit from learning more about this piece of our wellness. Understanding of this field has historically been reserved for "experts" and rightly so, for the psyche is undeniably complex and individualized. However, I believe there are basic truths that everyone should have access to, as it applies to their own development.
This supposition is built on the following beliefs:
Mental Health as a Spectrum of Wellness
I believe mental health is a broad spectrum of wellness that is dependent on all the other dimensions of our wellness including physical, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual, occupational, and environmental. More about that here. While there are more severe cases requiring professional intervention and treatment, I believe the vast majority of individuals can implement self improvement with supportive resources to some degree on their own.
Growth Oriented Mindset
This means that challenges are met with an optimistic attitude and reconciliation. With this mindset, the individual is geared toward growth despite discomfort, limitations, weaknesses, or contrary. Additionally, they are proactive in seeking out sources of learning and growth, rather than passively awaiting instruction. Having this mindset allows one to remain open to new possibilities and does not operate in terms of "scarcity" but instead believes there are plenty of opportunities for success to go around for everyone.
Resiliency and Resourcefulness
Through challenges we grow our resiliency. We take responsibility for the choices we make (and the choices we don't make). We believe in Personal Agency as being an initiator of our own transformative change. We look for ways to adapt, evolve, and improve our lives as opposed to allowing our circumstances to victimize us or to rely on blaming external factors for our successes or failures.
Perspective as Power
The perspective we hold wields power over our ability to remain authentic in our pursuits. We are acutely aware of our own self deception and work toward objectivity as much as possible. We routinely search ourselves for signs where we have lost objectivity or have not thought critically through a process. Changing our perspective, though not always easy or immediate, is within our own power.
Pursuit of Truth
We pursue truth over all else, removing extraneous distractions or self serving motives, always crediting sources on which we have relied. We recognize an aspect of human nature that has a tendency to manipulate truth in favor of convenience, ego, excuses, or confirmation bias, but work to override this tendency by continuously re-aligning our pursuit of truth.
Balance
We recognize that life is paradoxical and often there is no absolute answer that works for everyone. We take the truth of our experiences and apply them as they resonate, understanding that our perception may not be all encompassing or appropriate for all circumstances.
Disclaimer
WriterType publications are intended to provide inspiration and encouragement based on the experience and research of its creator and contributors. The material on WriterType and associated platforms is not intended to be or to replace mental health care. Some issues surrounding mental health are too intense and personal to be addressed by non-professionals. Ask your primary care physician to recommend a mental health care professional near you.
