God created people with an innate ability and desire to grow and mature, "just as an acorn develops into an oak tree." So in my future counseling career, my main task and focus = removing the obstacles to growth. When each person's unique obstacles are removed, growth will follow automatically. Counselors don't have to feel pressured to teach people how to pursue personal growth, love, loyalty, passion for life, healthy relationships, etc. We can narrow our focus to identifying and uprooting the present obstacles -- the distractions, sin struggles, enemy attacks, past pain, addictions, defense mechanisms, and unhealthy coping skills — the things behind the bad relationships and poor life decisions, the obstacles blocking their ability to grow and become the fully-realized, vibrant person God intended them to be. And we can trust that God will continue the good work He has begun in them. The same goes for our personal lives as we walk with God... notice and remove the obstacles getting in your way, and growth will always follow!
"The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me. Your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever, and You will not desert the work of Your hands." ~Psalm 138:8
Anyway, that was helpful to me. Removing the obstacles is not a small task, but it's a really good way to understand what I need to focus on and look for with each client (while also providing encouragement and pointing out their personal strengths).
Moving on to photos now...
Progress, not perfection!
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