Dr. Randy Moraitis Counseling, Coaching, and Interventions

12/30/2025

12 Common Thinking Traps That Exhaust Your Mind

So many people blame themselves for “overthinking,” when in reality the mind is just trying its best to protect them in familiar (but unhelpful) ways. As a practicing counser, this is often the first relief I see on a client’s face: “Oh, it’s a pattern… not a personal failure.” Recognizing these thinking traps is a gentle first step toward change, not a reason to judge yourself.

↳ Mind reading: Assuming you know what others think about you.
↳ Negative focus: Only noticing what went wrong, never what went right.
↳ Catastrophizing: Jumping straight to the worst-case scenario.
↳ Labeling: Calling yourself names instead of noticing your feelings.
↳ Overgeneralizing, should-thinking, emotional reasoning, fortune-telling, personalization, owning the “truth,” just-world thinking, and control fallacy can all quietly shape how you see yourself and your life.

Cognitive distortions are inaccurate thinking. The goal is to have accurate, healthy thinking. Reach out if you need help with this.

12/30/2025

Before Year-End: Change a Veteran’s Life.

Before Year-End: Change a Veteran’s Life https://mailchi.mp/carepossible/before-year-end-change-a-veterans-life

12/30/2025

9 Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health in 2026. What would you add to the list?

These tips will help refresh your mind and bolster your brain.

12/29/2025

Start your week with intention ✨
Here are four Positive Psychology–based practices to help you step into the new week grounded, energized, and aligned, whether you’re headed back to work or still on holiday:

✅ Reflect on last week’s wins—big or small
🎯 Choose your top priorities
🌈 Visualize what a great week looks like
💛 Plan at least one thing you’re excited about

Little mindset shifts → big life results.
You’ve got this! 💪

12/28/2025

What is one thing you want to quit just talking about and actually start doing in 2026?

12/24/2025

We had a wonderful Christmas visit with the grands. 🎄☺️

12/22/2025

Merry Christmas to one of my very favorite veterans, Billy Evans! Billy, I am so proud of you—all your hard work and accomplishments, and your heart to pay it forward and help others. You are a true masterpiece!

12/22/2025

To honor our nation’s veterans, numerous companies are offering discounted or free products, meals, services and events.

12/21/2025

The holidays are approaching and most of us have an ideal image of how we want our family lives to be full of joy and peace during this time of year.

12/21/2025

Love this pic of my daughter Nicole. 🤗

12/19/2025

Check out my latest blog post: Urge Surfing—A Powerful Skill for Managing Cravings and Changing Your Brain. Learn useful tools for resisting temptation, especially relevant during the holidays when we are frequently faced with tasty treats and luscious libations. Please read, apply, and share! Use link in bio or access on my website or page.
https://www.randymoraitis.com/2025/12/19/urge-surfing-a-powerful-skill-for-managing-cravings-and-changing-your-brain/

12/19/2025

Here are some evidence based tips on how to increase resilience and grit, which will decrease the likelihood of quitting when things get challenging.

Practice Gratitude and Optimism:
Regularly express thanks and maintain a hopeful perspective, seeing challenges as opportunities for growth rather than insurmountable obstacles.

Develop Self-Compassion:
Be kind and understanding toward yourself, especially when facing setbacks.

Strengthen Emotional Insight:
Understand and manage your emotions, learning to express them wisely and not let them control your reactions.

Foster Connection and Purpose

Build Strong Relationships:
Connect with supportive friends, family, and community members who can provide comfort and a sense of belonging.

Find Meaning and Purpose:
Engage in activities that give your life direction and significance, such as community service, creative pursuits, or pursuing a healthy lifestyle.

Pick one of these areas to work on and start increasing your grit today!