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Conquer Life’s Challenge With –Overcoming Life's Challenges – The Importance Of Seeking Support

Sep 7, 2023
2 min read

Written by: Maxine K. Brown, Executive Contributor

Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

Executive Contributor Maxine K. Brown

Have you reached a point in your life where you are uncertain which direction to take? In today's society, it is crucial to seek assistance, as struggling alone can be detrimental to one's well-being. Although in the past, seeking support was viewed as a sign of weakness, it is now understood that continuing to feel stuck and not progressing is not a healthy approach. Life is a precious gift, and bottling up emotions can be harmful. Finding the right person to confide in can make a significant difference.

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Recently, I encountered a woman while at a lock (I reside on a boat), and we engaged in conversation. I am still unsure how the discussion shifted to her loss of her son, who was 39 years old. She shared her experience with me, and I reciprocated by revealing that I had lost a daughter. We conversed, and she inquired about how long it took for me to feel liberated. I responded, stating that it took approximately four to five years. She expressed that she sought out someone who had also lost a child to talk to, as she believed that only someone who had experienced a similar loss could understand the pain. I concurred, emphasising the importance of finding the right person to confide in. When searching for support, it is essential to request a free consultation, inquire about their ability to relate to your situation and ensure that you have a connection.


It is crucial to understand that seeking support is not a sign of weakness; in fact, it is one of the most vital things one can do. Life is a precious gift, and seeking assistance can help you live the life you deserve with the support you require.

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Maxine K. Brown Brainz Magazine

Maxine K. Brown, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine

Maxine has for many years been completing different coaching and counselling courses to enable her to help people that are going through challenging times. She specialises in grief and bereavement support. She started MKB Life Coach to give affordable support to others.


She has personally been through loss, a marriage breakup, and complicated times throughout her life, so she can relate to you even though no person’s situation is the same.


She aims to assist people in enabling them to continue with their lives and feel happy and content when they have struggled through life-changing periods of their lives.


Her values are to be supportive, empathetic, and affordable always, and she wants everyone to feel safe when they are either in a one to one or group session with her.


Recently she has published a self-help book, “31 Days Life Changing Journal”, which is aimed at helping people change their mindset and start to become positive after going through a traumatic time.


Maxine believes it is essential that you feel at ease with her when you are working together, so with this in mind, she offers everyone a free hour meeting.

 
 

This article is published in collaboration with Brainz Magazine’s network of global experts, carefully selected to share real, valuable insights.

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