Under certain conditions self-improvement activities like running or meditating can become addictive. This article contends that such addictions confer strength to the individual and promote effective living; therefore, they must be considered "positive". The article traces the development of the concept of positive addiction. (Author)

The writer remains unconvinced that counsellors should become more like teachers, but rather suggests that they continue to relate to their clients in a very special way that helps to release their potential not only to do their own thing but also to make someone elses' thing their thing. (Author)

Examines the prominent role that self-awareness now plays in popular psychology and in current speculations on counselor education. Considers the content of self-awareness and describes the various means by which it is achieved. Discusses the presumed relevance of self-awareness for counselors and reviews the research. Presents counterviews.…