Ira Israel
Licensed Counselor and Psychotherapist
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Co-authored Articles (35)
How to
Overcome Depression
Suffering from depression means more than just dealing with a bad week or even a bad month. Depression is a weakening condition that can make it impossible for you to enjoy your daily existence. If you are plagued with f...
How to
Have a Perfect Life As a Teenager
Perfection is something everyone strives for but no one really reaches. With the right mindset, however, you'll realize that this is a good thing. Being a teenager is difficult, as many people expect you to be perfect in...
How to
Join Scientology
Scientology is considered by its practitioners to be a practical method of self-improvement, largely misunderstood and often criticized. If you're curious about exploring and joining Scientology, distinguishing fact from...
How to
Be a Shaolin Monk
Shaolin Kung Fu is one of the most respected and revered martial arts traditions in the world. The practitioners of Shaolin Kung Fu, Shaolin Monks, are esteemed as some of the most committed warriors, too. However, Shaol...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Buddhist or Christian Monk
Learn how to commit your life to the monasteryA monk is a person who withdraws from society to concentrate on religious service. Several major religions have monastic traditions, the most notable being Christian and Budd...
How to
Become a Buddhist Monk
Buddhism is a religion over 2,000 years old. It offers a method of overcoming the suffering that is inherent in being. Buddhist monks are those who take it upon themselves to live a life entirely devoted to this goal. I...
How to
Add Meaning to Your Life
When something has meaning, it has a purpose; it is significant. Likewise, a life that has meaning feels purposeful and significant. Feeling as though your life is meaningless can lead to depression and hopelessness. Add...
How to Embrace Your Flaws
Far too often, we look at ourselves in the mirror and tell ourselves we aren’t good enough. Embracing your flaws and accepting yourself for who you are is a great way to change your life and learn to love yourself. In ...
How to
Be a Jain
Do you want to find peace in your life? Are you interested in finding a "new path"? Jainism is the answer. Jainism rejects the idea of a creator deity that could be responsible for the manifestation, creation, or mainten...
How to
Go to Church
Walking through the doors of a church can be a big step. Whether you haven't been to church in a while and are interested in attending again, or you've never been to church before, learning a little about how to approach...
How to
Convert to Hinduism
Your guide to converting and practicing Hinduism in daily lifeHinduism is a religion followed by people predominantly from the Indian Subcontinent, now found majorly in countries such as India and Nepal, with its teachin...
How to
Be Authentic
When a person is authentic, it means that they act in ways that genuinely show how they feel. They do this rather than putting on different faces around different people, or tailoring their personality based on context. ...
How to Free Your Ego (According to Eckhart Tolle)
A soul-enriching guide on transcending the mindEgo is the ''false self'' or current state of consciousness of humanity that doesn't let the ''presence'' (universal intelligence) shine through. In other words, it’s an e...
How to
Convert from Hinduism to Christianity
Converting from Hinduism to Christianity can be a complex, but also potentially rewarding, choice. To start the conversion process, spend time reading the Bible and other Christian religious texts. Make contact with a lo...
How to
Perform Muraqabah
Muraqabah is an Arabic word for "meditation", usually a variety performed in Sufi Islam. Muraqabah is slightly different from meditation, since it is a religious practice, while meditation is for the peace of mind. Proph...
How to
Join a Monastery
A monastery is a building where dedicated religious members study, work, and live together. There are 3 major religions that have a monastic tradition: Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Each of these religions have t...
Are You Self-Sabotaging Your Relationship? The Telling Signs
Helping you reverse self-destructive behaviorsYou’re in a relationship, but things are starting to go south. You confess what’s going on to a close friend, and they give you the side eye and say, “You’re self-sab...
What to Do When You Feel Like You Can’t Do Anything Right
Causes of these negative thoughts and how to turn them aroundWhen you feel like you just can’t do anything right, it can be really hard to find the motivation to try new things and take risks. Lots of people may feel t...
How to
Find Meaning in Life
Why am I here? What’s my purpose? What’s the point? Everyone asks these questions at some point, so don’t feel alone if you’re struggling with life's meaning. Meaning in life consists of 3 separate, but related, ...
How to Join the Roman Catholic Church
Learn the beliefs, sacraments, and initiation rites of the Catholic ChurchThere are few decisions in this life that are larger than the decision to get baptized into the Catholic Church. That said, it’s a profound, joy...
