Jax Anderson

Musings of a Psychotherapist

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They sure do like to tell people how to think feel and live their life, don’t they?

The confidence.

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My daughter and I released our FIRST podcast episode today, 'Growing Up Strong: A podcast for kids and parents about growing up resilient’ My daughter indicated the title is temporary as 'Growing Up Strong' does not 'resonate' with her. I am working with absolutely NO experience podcasting, I managed to get the episode to my blog where I am sharing it here with you. Follow the clickable link in my bio to listen to FULL version. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed recording it. So get your grade schooler and sit down and listen to how Ev's dealt with a 'mean girl' in first grade. If you find time to listen, we’d love to know what you think! #podcast #growingupstrong #kids #parenting #parenthood #bully #meangirls #mentalhealth #parent #motherhood #mom #mother #socialmedia #socialmediamarketing #podcasting #resilientkids https://www.instagram.com/p/BnFMJLYg4EV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7858pkf6zljf

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Have a fabulous Friday! We skipped town for a couple days to rest, relax, visit relatives and buy shit we don’t need, but, shit that makes us laugh and feel good. How are you going to unfxck Yourself today? #unfxckyourself #psykotherapist #21daychallenge #mentalhealth #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #parenting #motherhood #vacation #doorcounty #parentingteens #serotonin #anxiety #counselor

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We all have mental health, how is yours? https://teespring.com/my-therapist-says-tee-s#pid=76&cid=5846&sid=front #braingeek #mentalhealth #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #counselor #mentalfitness #neurons #brain #trainyourbrain #therapist #therapy

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Teens have many faces for which to express their wide range of emotions. ** It's not my intention to be critical of teens. ALL humans have a wide range of emotions; teens are developmentally on pointe using body language and facial expressions to communicate. Teens are learning to recognize their emotions and use maturity in their words to express them, that takes time. Don't be too hard on teens for this, until you check yourself and how you communicate (wink wink). Their brain is developing a MASSIVE and hugely important part of the human brain...the prefrontal cortex (home of executive functions). ** I believe adding humor neutralizes the frustration, anxiety and irritation of situations and experiences. Enjoy this expressive video that summerizes the Many Faces of the Modern Day Teen. ** How many look familiar to you? Did I miss one? For more information visit: www.psykotherapist.com #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #psykotherapist #tween #eigthgrade #middleschool #highschool #parenting #parenthood #socialmediamarketing #teen #talkaboutteens #frommommytomother #teenager #scarymommy #school #counselor #mentalhealth https://www.instagram.com/p/BmEieMnDfDo/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=12l8w3v8o7u2p

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This woman RIGHT HERE!!! Melissa DaSilva has helped me SO MUCH to take what I learn at these conferences and turn them into actionable ideas and systems. She has become more than just a professional colleague, she is a dear friend. I live in WI and she lives in RI...and we have seen each other in person three times this year. On the computer, all the time. When you find your people, your squad, you HANG ON to them. If it weren’t for her and others encouragement to JUMP this year and DO IT; take a leap and believe in myself, that I have gifts and talents BEYOND anything I could’ve ever imagined on my own, I never would have made this amazing friend...nor met all the other beautiful people who most certainly will be dear friends sooner than later. I have new friends, a stronger and more powerful belief in myself, systems to sharpen my gifts and talents and reach MORE people I can help. Go to these conferences!!! If you can’t go...reach out to these amazing people you see attending these conferences!! We are learning things that can boost your business, your brand and your confidence!! See you in Kauai in January Melissa!!!! @prideconnections #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #mentalhealth #podcastmovement2018 #unfxckyourself #podcast #socialmediamarketing #socialmedia #counselor #professionalcounselor #networking #networkingworks #ideas #creative

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Of COURSE all the Therapists Who Podcast found each other at #podcastmovement and had a group therapy session!! It was SO nice meeting everyone!! I’m so damn inspired by this meet up I can hardly contain myself!! If I miss you please TAG YO’SELF!! @shanebirkel @lauralcswc @themattmarr @prideconnections @rhodaoncouples @bizcush #mentalhealth #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #counselor #unfxckyourself #podcast #socialmediamarketing

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I toured Eastern State Penitentiary here in Philadelphia. Haunting and surreal, the stories I heard were painful and sad. Incarceration at this facility was pure torture, even when they weren’t being tortured. Certainly there are those that require incarceration, however, the level incarceration was taken here was shocking. And no, I did not see or hear or feel any ghosts. #philidelphia #psykotherapist #mentalhealth #counselor

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Let’s be honest...I’m here to learn. No shame in the podcast game. #building #ideas #everyday #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #psykotherapist #mentalhealth #unfxckyourself #serotonin #mentaldiscipline #trainyourbrain #brain #anxiety #mood #motherhood #parenthood #parenting

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Podcast Movement 18!!! Fraaaands!!!! #getsome #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #unfxckyourself #podcast @jenbengel5 @prideconnections

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Got to the hotel AND @podcastmovement last night and wandered around while the set up was going on! So exciting for this first timer to be here. @mattbellassai I’m coming for you!!! #podcast #podcastmovement2018 #podcastmovement #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #socialmediamarketing #unfxckyourself #counselorlife #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcounselor #socialmedia #talkaboutteens

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#EMOM Gets me every time. #fitoverforty #fitness #garagewod #mentaldiscipline #mentalfitness #mentalhealth #fitoverforty #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #psykotherapist #unfxckyourself #work #trainyourbrain #Itsallinyourhead #serotonin #serotoninuptake #wod #socialmediamarketing

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Being a mental health counselor and a mom I get asked often if I use psychology on my daughter. My answer is: "Of course not! I use reverse psykology on my daughter" As seen in this video... #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #parenthood #parenting #reversepschology #unfxckyourself #counselorlife #mentaldiscipline #mentalhealth #counselor #motherhood

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We haven’t had many thunderstorms this year yet...I’m happy to see one today. The sweet smell of rain and the anticipation of the BOOMS is exciting for me. Not so much for my dog or my daughter...I think they both jumped a mile every time there was a 💥 #thunderstorm #unfxckyourself #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #counselorlife #mentalhealth #mentaldiscipline #mentalhealthcounselor

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Two years ago, prior to my injury, I wouldn’t have considered this a work out, it was more like a warm up back then. ** It’s extremely humbling to be where I am now in recovery. I’m getting stronger but it’s a slow process. On one hand I enjoy observing and experiencing the process, my body going from completely out of shape to STRONG...again; but in a different way. On the other hand, it’s a lesson in patience and perseverance...something that I need, but I don’t always like. Mental discipline is key, and a constant challenge. ** But overall...I FXCKING LOVE THE PROCESS.

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She found the tote that holds my former law enforcement career gear. She thought she was Harry Houdini I till I tightened those bracelets. Relax!!! I only left them on her for a few minutes. 🙄🙄 #muahahahaha #kids #cuffs #lawenforcement #cops #kidsofinstagram

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Today was hard...I watched the timer most of my workout. Felt weak and not all in. Took all of my mental discipline to get through the workout. But I got through it. Although I finished the workout, it will still go in the category of a shitty workout. But even a shitty workout is better than no workout. #fitoverforty #psykotherapist #confessionsofthepsykotherapist #fitness #garagewod #serotoninuptake #unfxckyourself #serotonin #counselorlife #work #socialmediamarketing #socialmedia #fit