Carrie Jones, LPC - LifeVision Counseling, LLC

Licensed Professional Counselor in Richmond, Virginia

The Intentional New Year

Embracing A Fresh Start for Growth and Well-being As the calendar turns to a new year, many of us reflect on the past and look ahead to what the future might bring. The New Year offers a sense of renewal, a chance to reset and reassess our goals, habits, and mental well-being. It’s a time…

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Pets and Mood

Pets and Emotions: The Deep Connection Between Animals and Our Well-Being   Pets are more than just companions—they are emotional anchors, providing us with comfort, unconditional love, and a sense of security. From the playful antics of a dog to the soothing presence of a cat, animals have a remarkable ability to connect with us on…

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Childlike Joy

Live Free and Joyfully Like a Child   When was the last time you laughed without restraint, danced without worrying who was watching, or marveled at the world with wide-eyed wonder? Children do these things effortlessly. They live with a sense of freedom and joy that many adults seem to lose along the way. But what…

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Purpose Work

The Importance of Doing Your Purpose Work   Have you ever felt a deep yearning to do something that truly matters—not just to pay the bills or meet societal expectations, but to fulfill a sense of meaning and alignment with who you are? That’s the essence of purpose work: engaging in actions, projects, or careers that…

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What Do You Want Most In Life?

A Path to Clarifying Your Values  We often go about our lives playing out our subconscious believes, patterns, and habits over and over every day. Many of us wake up early, go to school or work, come home, eat dinner, take care of household chores, zone out, and go to bed. We hope for the…

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Fisherman Parable – Intentional Living

The Mexican Fisherman Parable: A Lesson in Living Intentionally   There’s a well-known story about a Mexican fisherman and an American businessman that offers a powerful lesson about what it means to live a fulfilling life. If you’ve never heard it—or even if you have—it’s worth revisiting, as its wisdom challenges us to rethink success, happiness,…

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Life-Work Balance (Not Work-Life Balance)

Why We Should Call It Life-Work Balance (And Not Work-Life Balance)   For years, we’ve heard the phrase “work-life balance” tossed around as the ultimate goal for managing responsibilities and personal time. But doesn’t the term itself hint at a problem? By putting “work” before “life,” we subtly give it priority, as if life is something…

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Is Work Taking Over Your Life?

Overworking Is Not a Badge of Honor  In today’s culture, being “busy” is often seen as a status symbol. Hustle culture glorifies long hours, constant availability, and endless productivity as markers of success. It’s no wonder that workaholism—an uncontrollable need to work excessively—often gets celebrated rather than questioned. But while society reinforces this behavior, the…

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Process Addiction

Understanding Process Addiction: The Science Behind Behavioral Dependency When we think of addiction, we usually think about substances like alcohol or drugs. But, addiction isn’t only about what we consume—it can also be about what we do. Process addiction is sometimes called behavioral addiction. It refers to compulsive engagement in rewarding activities that effect the…

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Follow the Nudge

The Importance of Following the Nudge  Have you ever had a fleeting thought or gut feeling urging you to take a specific action? Maybe it’s the whisper of “reach out to an old friend,” or a sudden spark to try something new, like starting a hobby or applying for a job that excites you. These…

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