<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[K Jones Counseling]]></title><description><![CDATA[K Jones Counseling]]></description><link>https://www.kjonescounselingllc.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 02:25:05 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kjonescounselingllc.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why Setting Boundaries Is Hard (And What Actually Helps)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Setting boundaries feels hard for a reason. Here’s a trauma-informed approach that actually works. You’ve Heard This Advice Before… “Just set boundaries.” Maybe you’ve said it to yourself. Maybe you’ve heard it from friends, social media, or even in therapy spaces. And logically, it makes sense. Say no more often. Speak up. Stop overextending yourself. But when it comes time to actually do it? It suddenly doesn’t feel simple at all. If you’ve tried to set boundaries and found yourself...]]></description><link>https://www.kjonescounselingllc.com/post/why-setting-boundaries-is-hard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cfec1cf7044e6cf7ab7fe5</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:47:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kim Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coping vs. Healing: Why Getting Through Isn’t the Same as Getting Better]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coping helps you survive. Healing helps you transform. Here’s how to tell the difference (and why it matters). You’re Getting Through—But Something Still Feels Off On the outside, it might look like you’re doing okay. You’re showing up. Getting through the day. Handling what needs to be handled. But underneath that, something still feels… heavy. Or disconnected. Or exhausting in a way you can’t quite explain. If that resonates, you’re not alone. And more importantly, there’s nothing wrong...]]></description><link>https://www.kjonescounselingllc.com/post/coping-vs-healing-why-getting-through-isn-t-the-same-as-getting-better</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cc0536c6f6bb14a90d7a7b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:40:09 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kim Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Self-Improvement Starts to Feel Like Self-Abandonment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeling overwhelmed by self-improvement “rules”? Learn how to build self-respect, trust yourself, and approach growth in a way that actually works. You’re Trying So Hard—So Why Does It Still Feel Like This? If you’ve been trying to “fix” yourself, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve read the books, saved the posts, listened to the podcasts. You’ve tried waking up earlier, being more disciplined, setting better boundaries, and thinking more positively. And yet… you still feel stuck. Not because...]]></description><link>https://www.kjonescounselingllc.com/post/when-self-improvement-starts-to-feel-like-self-abandonment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c185bfb9d5370ce32427cf</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:46:16 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Kim Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Your Authentic Self in Your First Therapy Session]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. Many people worry about what to say, how to act, or whether they need to have everything figured out before walking into the room. The truth is, you don’t have to know what to say . You don’t have to tell your whole story right away. You don’t even have to be “good” at therapy. The most important thing is simply to show up as you are. This post offers support and practical advice for anyone preparing for their first therapy session. It will help you...]]></description><link>https://www.kjonescounselingllc.com/post/embracing-your-authentic-self-in-your-first-therapy-session</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b447610d1c152c6e6d57bc</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 17:23:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/52faec_16a25fb4b42c4d46ac2be80df7324d7d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transforming Your Inner Dialogue for Greater Confidence and Resilience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our inner dialogue shapes how we see ourselves and respond to challenges. When that voice is harsh or doubtful, it can hold us back. Strengthening internal self-talk means shifting from negative or neutral thoughts to supportive, encouraging messages. This change builds confidence and resilience, helping us face life’s ups and downs with greater ease. Reflective journaling to improve inner dialogue Understanding Internal Self-Talk Internal self-talk is the ongoing conversation we have inside...]]></description><link>https://www.kjonescounselingllc.com/post/transforming-your-inner-dialogue-for-greater-confidence-and-resilience</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b04603709b661fe633575e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:30:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/52faec_9cce97035111410ba0c63962b2accac4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Jones</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>