Personal Growth Concepts, Inc

02/22/2026

OCD…… 2/22/26

Over the years I've had several clients were diagnosed with OCD, obsessive compulsive disorder. I've also counseled several family members affected by loved ones' OCD. OCD is classified as an anxiety disorder characterized by either obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors or both. My clients have been on a spectrum from minimal dysfunction to pretty serious dysfunction. A couple of them needed to be hospitalized to be stabilized. ...

Over the years I’ve had several clients were diagnosed with OCD, obsessive compulsive disorder. I’ve also counseled several family members affected by loved ones’ OCD. OCD is clas…

02/20/2026

02/18/2026

Guest Blogger: Where Are You Going?……02/18/26

" Every thought takes you somewhere. Choose thoughts that take you where you want to go." ~ unknown Thoughts race in and out all day long; all night long. The mind is powerful…. Junk in, Junk out! Pay attention to your thoughts because negative thoughts are stronger than positive … so we don’t entertain negativity….negativity is strong but you and I are much, much stronger!...

” Every thought takes you somewhere. Choose thoughts that take you where you want to go.” ~ unknown  Thoughts race in and out all day long; all night long. The mind is powerful…. J…

02/15/2026

Work…… 2/15/26

I once went to a workshop given by a former social work teacher I admired. I approached her at the break and was surprised that she recognized me and called me by name. She asked how I was doing. I briefly told her that my job was a drag and that I wasn't seeing much progress with the recently incarcerated clients with whom I was working....

I once went to a workshop given by a former social work teacher I admired. I approached her at the break and was surprised that she recognized me and called me by name. She asked how I was doing. …

02/08/2026

Humility…… 2/8/26

Have you come across arrogant or egotistical people? They're usually in it for themselves. Why are you “in it?” Did you know you can be humble and still have a healthy sense of self? In humble people there's a balance between the focus and caring for others as well as self. Balance. Peace, John Please send me some feedback on this blog....

Have you come across arrogant or egotistical people? They’re usually in it for themselves. Why are you “in it?” Did you know you can be humble and still have a healthy sense of self? In hum…

02/01/2026

Creating Peace…… 2/1/26

There is also less disappointment and less anger. I find that when I feel discombobulated, I struggle with the answer to the question, “What was I expecting?” Figuring that out lessens the feelings and helps with the letting go. I sometimes try to get ahead of it by checking and lowering my expectations in advance. I wish you peace in who you are and in all that you do!...

There is also less disappointment and less anger. I find that when I feel discombobulated, I struggle with the answer to the question, “What was I expecting?” Figuring that out lessens the feelings…

01/25/2026

Chuckle Time…… 1/25/26

I thought we'd take a quick break today and enjoy a light sense of humor. I hope you got a chuckle, or at least a smile from the above 3 quotes today. Peace, John How to leave a comment on this blog: First, make sure that you are on our actual blog: (this is important if you are viewing the Touchpoints blogpost on Facebook, LinkedIn, other locations or, if it has been forwarded to you by someone else)....

I thought we’d take a quick break today and enjoy a light sense of humor. I hope you got a chuckle, or at least a smile from the above 3 quotes today. Peace, John  How to leave a comment…

01/18/2026

Unhealed or Healing?…… 1/18/26

Are you irritated by others? How are you at letting go? Did you know that letting go and still looking at it means you haven't fully let go? If it's not yours, what value is there in hanging on? I know, "easier said than done!" What's your decision about who you choose to be today? Peace, John I invite you to become a guest blogger. ...

Are you irritated by others? How are you at letting go? Did you know that letting go and still looking at it means you haven’t fully let go? If it’s not yours, what value is there in h…

01/11/2026

The Early Bird, the Mouse & You……1/11/26

Take a few moments to think about the second-half of that quote. There is definitely something to be said for being early, prompt and “johnny on the spot.” My son once told me not to buy a new electronic gadget when it first comes out. He explained there's bugs in the first editions which they need to correct and improve its performance....

Take a few moments to think about the second-half of that quote. There is definitely something to be said for being early, prompt and “johnny on the spot.” My son once told me not to buy a new ele…

01/04/2026

Grieving……1/4/26

I have told clients grief can be like you are in the middle of the ocean treading water, barely keeping your chin above the waves. When all of a sudden a huge wave crashes upon you. The natural tendency is to thrash around and fight the wave. This does not help. You are apt to take on water and spend a lot of energy with minimal, if any, results....

I have told clients grief can be like you are in the middle of the ocean treading water, barely keeping your chin above the waves. When all of a sudden a huge wave crashes upon you. The natural te…

12/28/2025

Gratitude and Sheep ……12/28/25

Are you focusing on your trials and tribulations, your problems and your challenges? Where does that get you? Try shifting your focus to what you have and see where that gets you. What are you doing with what you have? Jimmy Durante in a song old timers may remember, encourages us, "if you’re having trouble falling asleep, to count our blessings instead of sheep!" Sound advice as you develop your “attitude of gratitude.” …...

Are you focusing on your trials and tribulations, your problems and your challenges? Where does that get you? Try shifting your focus to what you have and see where that gets you. What are you do…

12/24/2025

Guest Blog……12/24/25

Jesus is the wonderful counselor. He offers comfort, an abundancy of mercy and grace for all who call upon Him. The Lord is the Almighty God in whom we can take refuge. He is the everlasting father in whom is found all wisdom and guidance. Jesus is the prince of peace, the messiah. He gives hope, strength, and compassion for all who put their faith in Him. God is love and He came down to make His love known to us. Merry Christmas.

Jesus is the wonderful counselor. He offers comfort, an abundancy of mercy and grace for all who call upon Him. The Lord is the Almighty God in whom we can take refuge. He is the everlasting father…