Depression

09 Dec

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, Comments Off

Dear Body,

“OK, body: It’s you and me. We’re going to work together on this, and I will stop hating you for being broken.” Tell me your story. Carrie

08 Dec

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, Comments Off

We all want and truly desire certain things to happen in our lives. But for whatever reason, some of these things never materialize. Whether it’s a relationship, love, finances, a promotion, a job, a family…whatever it might be, we are denied what we so desperately desire. We can dress it up any number of ways, … Continue reading »

05 Dec

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, Comments Off

Starting today

I need to forget what’s gone, appreciate what still remains, and look forward to what’s coming next. Tell me your story. Carrie

13 Nov

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, relationships, self-esteem, therapy, Comments Off

Things you can control.

When was the last time you felt completely certain, charged, confident, proud, self-assured, and capable of anything? In order to feel more powerful and in control of your life, it is important to explore those areas where you feel insecure or less powerful. Perhaps you feel underappreciated at work or trapped in a job you … Continue reading »

08 Nov

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, relationships, therapy, Comments Off

Cruise Control.

When was the last time you took a step outside your comfort zone? We get too complacent. We find solid ground. It may be miserable, but it’s a familiar misery. A place that feels safe. So we put it on cruise control and settle in. We’re programmed to do it. It’s how we operate. We … Continue reading »

20 Oct

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, anxiety, Comments Off

Focusing on the wrong target.

How much of your thinking is about what you don’t want to happen? Or about what might happen if something you’re trying to accomplish doesn’t work out? “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there.” The good or bad results we achieve depend on what we focus on in … Continue reading »

13 Oct

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, 4 Comments

If I could do anything in the world without having to think about money or any limitations, what would it be?

Do you feel lost or as if something is missing in your life? When you don’t feel connected to your life, you lack purpose and passion. So many of us walk around through life, feeling numb and desperate for a deeper connection, but we aren’t sure how to get it. If you’re having difficulty identifying … Continue reading »

11 Oct

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, 2 Comments

You survived…

“After a while I looked in the mirror and realized… wow after all those hurts, scars and bruises, after all of those trials, I really made it through. I did it. I survived that which was supposed to kill me. So I straightened my crown… and walked away like a boss.” Tell me your story. … Continue reading »

08 Oct

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, Comments Off

What does it mean if the tears don’t stop falling?

The main benefit of crying is catharsis. Catharsis is a purging or cleansing of your feelings through emotional release. When you cry, you can let go of pent up tension, sadness and other emotions that have been causing you pain. When too much pressure builds up inside of you, crying can serve as a release … Continue reading »

29 Sep

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, depression, therapy, Comments Off

Dear Tired Girl,

This is for you wearied girl. The one that thinks you don’t have a choice but to keep going. The one that puts everyone else before yourself. The chronically stressed and habitually busy girl. This is for the girl who feels exhausted from spinning her wheels. The girl who feels like she has to keep … Continue reading »