Carrie Jones, LPC - LifeVision Counseling, LLC

Licensed Professional Counselor in Richmond, Virginia

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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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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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The Gift of Grace for Christmas

Surviving Christmas: A Guide to Navigating the Holidays with Grace For many, Christmas brings joy, family, and celebration. But for others, it can feel overwhelming, with stress, financial pressure, and emotional challenges. If the holidays leave you feeling more drained than festive, you’re not alone. Here’s a guide to help you navigate the season with…

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Pattern Interrupts: Scratch The Disc

Breaking Free from Old Programming: The Power of Pattern Interrupts Sometimes people struggle to break free from repetitive patterns that no longer serve them. Whether it’s a destructive thought loop, self-sabotaging behavior, or an emotional response that feels automatic, these patterns are often remnants of old programming. They are habits rooted in past experiences and…

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Old Programming

Understanding and Overcoming Old Programming We are creatures of habit, shaped by experiences, environments, and emotions. Many of our thoughts, reactions, and behaviors are not conscious choices but are governed by what can be described as old programming. These mental scripts, developed over years or even decades, often operate in the background, influencing our lives…

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