Real things I said in therapy sessions this week. 1️⃣ “With everything happening in the world right now, it makes sense that life feels heavy. You’re not alone in carrying that weight.” → This works because it normalizes the client’s emotional response to external stressors and reduces isolation. 2️⃣ “Let’s bring the focus back to what’s in your control—because that’s where your power is.” → This helps clients redirect energy away from rumination and toward actionable steps, increasing a sense of agency. 3️⃣ “What would it feel like to release the pressure of needing to have it all figured out right now?” → This reframes uncertainty as something tolerable, reducing self-imposed stress and perfectionism. 4️⃣ “Do you think you could give yourself permission to not know the answer just yet?” → This invites self-compassion and patience, shifting from frustration to acceptance of the present moment. 5️⃣ “What if your future didn’t have to match the image you once had, but could still be meaningful—maybe even better—in a different way?” → This opens space for flexibility in thinking, helping clients challenge rigid beliefs and embrace new possibilities. 6️⃣ “Instead of focusing on what’s not working, what might shift if we spent some time noticing what is working?” → This guides attention toward strengths and successes, reinforcing resilience and balance in perspective. Which one(s) resonated with you today? Tell me 👇🏼👇🏼 Follow @drrachelnyc . . . #realtalk #realtherapy #lifelessons #therapyinthemoment #cbttools #cbttherapy #therapytalk #therapistinaction #whenlifehappensbook