It is often our nature as humans to put things off or procrastinate prioritizing important responsibilities. People procrastinate seeking help with chores, job responsibilities, and goals we want to accomplish for ourselves. It has been said that procrastination is the grave in which our dreams are buried. When we don’t prioritize our health the results are more serious medical problems later on in life which leave us with regrets for not acting sooner.
School Problems
When we put off acting on academic problems that our children have at school it leads to more serious problems later on. As a therapist who has worked with youth in the Texas public school system for over 18 years I see far too often the problems that arise when parents don’t act quickly when their kids run into difficulty at school. Parents should seek outside supports sooner rather than later when they first see signs of academic frustrations, failing grades, social struggles, not connecting with teachers and behavioral challenges at school. Don’t depend on the school system alone to insure that your child is getting the sufficient support they need in these areas. Most schools just aren’t set up to handle the magnitude of challenges faced by kids today. When parents don’t seek outside help when problems arise the kids often get further and further behind and grow more and more disconnected at school resulting in school avoidance issues and behavioral acting out.
Marital Problems
Many couples don’t seek help when marital challenges first arise. Too often men and women wait until the communication problems, stress, and resentment has gotten so out of control that even the most experienced therapist is not able to help them save their marriage. Some couples wait until they are ready to file for a divorce or have had an affair before they will seek help when it was apparent that their relationship challenges started years before, and they kept putting off addressing the core issues. Many couples get stuck in the pattern of blaming their spouse and hoping that they will change which typically never happens without some sort of intervention. These issues do not just go away on their own, they usually get bigger and bigger causing more distance and emotional disconnect between the couple.
Don’t let your situation get worse before seeking help. It takes a lot of courage to admit that you don’t have all the answers and that you need support in certain areas. Don’t wait until the well runs dry before refilling the water; keep your cup running over with happiness and serenity. You will be glad you sought help.
Why You Should Call Us
At Transitions Counseling we have several experienced therapist who are here to walk with you through whatever challenges life might be presenting. You don’t have to face it alone. We are here to help. Please visit the About Us page to view our diverse list of therapists.
Brent Wolfskill MA, LPC-S, SAP, LCDC, ADC
