Mania  is an excitement of psychotic proportions that shows itself through mental and physical hyperactivity, disorganization of behavior, and an elevated mood that feels impossible to slow down. In the realm of emotional and spiritual growth, mania is not always the clinical diagnosis we hear about in psychiatry. Sometimes it shows up in subtle, everyday ways — especially among people who are trying hard not  to need anything. Many people stay intensely busy because slowing

The American Counseling Association (ACA) emphasizes the ethical principle of do no harm. While this directive may seem straightforward, in practice it is often vague and highly subjective. Determining what constitutes harm can vary widely among professionals, creating a dangerous gray area, particularly in cases involving minors exploring gender identity. Recent trends in the counseling and medical fields show increasing pressure on clinicians to affirm a client’s self-decla