Characteristics of Mindfulness

The seven characteristics and attitudinal factors of mindfulness constitute the major pillars of mindfulness practice. The following is a list that shortly describes these factors: NONJUDGING: “Being with” whatever arises without judgment requires gentleness, kindness and acceptance. To do this requires awareness of the constant stream of judgment and reaction to inner and outer experiences. […]...  Read more

What is Philosophical Counseling?

Philosophical counseling can be a very important platform in your self-understanding and self-development. Philosophical counseling, also called philosophical practice, provides a unique counseling method that is rooted in the Socratic tradition, which viewed philosophy as a therapy for the “soul.” Philosophical counseling offers a philosophical way of living and provides practices to explore and bring about […]...  Read more

Why People Resist Solving Their Problems? (2)

In my previous blog, as the name indicates “Why People Resist Solving Their Problems? (1),” I explained why people resist solving their psychological challenges despite complaining about them, even after asking psychotherapists for help and being offered a remedy. Addressing the complaint alone, without considering the context and the system as a whole, is not […]...  Read more