Amelia here with your weekly Dóchas blog post. Today we will be talking about your internal compass. What is this? This is what I call your inner wisdom, your gut feeling, your inner knowing, and any other way to identify that as the expert in your own life, you know both what is best for you and what you need.
Why is your Internal Compass Important?
Now why is this important? Unfortunately, a lot of Western society tells us to find the answers outside of ourselves, or that we can’t trust our inner knowing. For example – the phrase “living the dream”. When you think of your life dream, what do you think of? Is it a big house, a fancy car, and having a lot of money? Those are all external goals that society tells us are signs that we have ‘made it’.
While financial stability is a big factor in this life, the dreams that many of my clients are working towards are not actually their internal dreams, they are dreams they have been told to work towards. For example: “if you have a big house, all of your problems will be solved”. What happens when you achieve your material dream, whatever it is, and you still don’t feel good inside? Watch my video, or read on to find out!
This is where our inner compass comes in. Instead of trying to achieve the dreams we have been told we ‘should’ be chasing, take the time to consider what you actually want. Are you working too much for a future you ‘should’ want without taking the time to appreciate the life you have in the present?
It can be overwhelming to admit that maybe we don’t actually know what we want or where we want to go. That’s where therapy comes in. We have the skills and knowledge to hold space for you to explore what your inner compass is trying to tell you, so you are not trying to course correct on your own.
Support for When You’re Feeling Lost
If you’re unsure where to begin or who to reach out to, we’ve created something that can help. The Dóchas Compass is a short quiz that suggests one or more therapists on our team who might be a good fit for you. It’s not there to override your inner compass, it’s meant to support it, especially in the moments when your next steps feel unclear. Try it now!
If you need some help turning towards your inner compass, please reach out to Dóchas at 780-446-0300 or info@dochaspsych.com. Book an in-person (Spruce Grove, Alberta) or virtual appointment with one of our therapists here.
About Dóchas Psychological
Dóchas Psychological Services is a well-established and trusted therapy clinic located in Spruce Grove, Alberta. At Dóchas we value the idea that everyone deserves a safe space. Through connection and education, our team works hard to build a trustworthy relationship with each of our clients. It is our goal to create a community for our clients to feel like they belong.
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