Self-Esteem

15 Dec

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

What you believe about yourself matters.

If you don’t believe you are worthy of good things, you will act accordingly. For instance, if you believe you are not worthy of love, you will act as though you are unworthy of it; seeking out people who treat you in a manner that is less than you deserve. If you believe you are … Continue reading »

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

06 Dec

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, self-esteem, 1 Comment

Self-hate is a dangerous problem.

At the heart of self-hate are feelings of deep unworthiness. Self-hate hides itself well by concealing its overpowering and intrusive nature. Meanwhile, it ruins most relationships. In order to hide the real feelings of hating ourselves, we end up playing things out in reality in some way. For instance, if I feel hatred towards myself, … Continue reading »

04 Dec

By Carrie Heinze-Musgrove, MA, LCPC, 1 Comment

“I have come a long way.”

My hope was my foundation. My fear turned into courage. My struggle turned into strength. My tears quenched my thirst. My determination turned into success. My experience turned into wisdom. Begin your journey with online therapy.

02 Dec

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

Dear Worthy Girl,

You are deserving of all the good things that happen to you. Do not feel guilty. Learn to accept the blessings, beautiful girl. You are important. You are unique. You are magnificent. You are strong. You are powerful. You are fearless. You deserve good things. Please remember, the way you treat yourself will set the … Continue reading »

29 Nov

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

Dear Capable Girl,

You are capable of anything, amazing things, inspiring things, absolutely wondrous things. You are accomplished. You are talented. You are skillful. You are powerful. Big dreams, small dreams, complicated things, simple things, or even the impossible can be made possible, just as long as you keep making the effort. Don’t give up halfway through the process, … Continue reading »

17 Nov

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

How can you expect to lead an ordinary life?

“You have so many extraordinary gifts… How can you expect to lead an ordinary life?” Louisa May Alcott Little Women You are as unique as a snow flake. Getting the most out of your life involves self-acceptance. Learning to accept your strengths and your weaknesses as part of the blueprint that makes you different from … Continue reading »

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 »

05 Nov

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

Unfixable.

Past failures. Waiting for someone to fix me. A fear of it being discovered that I am not as great as people think. Apprehension that people will see the “real me”. Complete brokenness. Damaged goods. Past hurts can constantly rear their ugly head. They keep us locked up in chains of pain. Each and every … Continue reading »