“Philosophers can debate the meaning of life, but you need a
Lord who can declare the meaning of life.” ― Max Lucado (author)
In any counseling
program, besides exploring the unique situation faced by a particular person,
it normally first addresses five areas of human functioning- spiritual,
rational, volitional, emotional and physical. It is found that many human
problems occur because of a relational disconnection or breakdown. The second
element in counseling is to explore the background history of the person and
their problem,deeper understanding of the real issues.
As I looked
around those whom I know who have gone for counseling, I noticed that the most common cause seems to do with
that person’s view on his identity and self-worthiness. Someone who has a
strong sense of security and worthiness is unlikely to stay long in such state
of mental condition. He is in a better position to overcome his temporary
setbacks and the counseling program is likely to benefit him. As I see it, a
person’s faith has an important role to play as faith gives answers to questions
like who we are, why we are here, and where we are going after this journey on
earth. Whatever our life
experiences, talents, physical ability, or role may be, one cannot go on this
life journey without security and purpose in life. Without that, the different
parts of our lives are like loose ends, unable to withstand the onslaught of hard knocks in life,
and life can fall apart easily.
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