feeling inadequate when you fail or make a mistake?
unable to love and accept yourself?
having a hard time keeping perspective?
disgusted with yourself when you are in pain?
feel mortified and humiliated when you make a mistake in front of others?
judging yourself harshly, you may even call yourself stupid, worthless, weak or worthless?
Perhaps you have felt this a long time, even since childhood. Maybe troublesome life experiences or abusive relationships have worn you down. These negative experiences can profoundly alter the way you see yourself. There is no need to feel ashamed, it happens to all kinds of people. Fortunately, these ways of seeing ourselves can be unlearned and changed for the better.
How many of us grew up hearing negative messages about ourselves? Or, were subject to negative parenting or abuse? Or, we may be in a relationship right now, that tells us we are no good. Societal messages also seep into our consciousness. Many of us have internalized these negative messages about ourselves so deeply that they become our core beliefs. The price for a lack of self compassion is steep. It can cause us to judge ourselves harshly, doubt ourselves, keep us stuck, and even to punish ourselves. We may feel embarrassed, or like complete failures, for small reasons. Luckily, it is never too late to learn the valuable skill of self-compassion, which is intrinsic to a quality life. If you find you hate yourself, or cannot accept certain things about yourself, or feel deep shame, I can help you. Through gentle exploration of your core beliefs and your life experiences, we can create a new narrative that gives you space to be you, to be accepting and kind to yourself, and to find increased peace. Call or text, or email today!
“I didn’t realize how much better I could feel about myself. I feel so relieved”
