Becoming your own best friend...

It turns out she's not so bad after all, this beautiful woman in the mirror gazing back at you. In fact, she's starting to like HERSELF more and more...

She's doubted herself in the past. Disliked what she saw. Taken on every mean comment as if it was the truth. Failed to trust her instincts. Believed the negative voices. Spoken to herself like she's her own worst enemy.

But that was before. Happily, things have changed. She took time to look deep inside.

She didn't realise she had so much strength hidden there. Didn't hear the wisdom in her own voice. Didn't recognise the unique qualities she had. Most importantly, didn't know that she could choose to look at herself differently.

She started to monitor what she reacted most strongly to, find a way to accept the things she couldn't change and learn how to really VALUE her own views and opinions. She learned how to stay in her own lane and focus on what matters to her. She started to challenge her thoughts regularly (many were not fact) and had some great conversations with herself.

Through therapy, she became the most supportive friend TO HERSELF, that she has ever known.

These days she likes her style. She sees the strength it takes to walk her path. Feels sure of the decisions she makes and doesn't regret the mistakes. Spends time with her thoughts and feelings and checks in with herself daily.

She now chooses to set aside the burden of other people's opinions. Other people's words, criticism, misguided advice or predictions about her. None of it was accurate anyway. She's lifting the veil that used to hide the real person inside.

She has noticed the steady growth of her self-esteem and is enjoying rediscovering her authentic voice. She's started to see her true value and to trust herself again.

In spite of all that happened TO her, she is standing taller than ever. Better days are emerging and her own BELIEF in herself, and SUPPORT to herself is now her greatest asset.

Carolyn xx

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Here's a little about me:

I've been a registered Counsellor in practice since 2016. I specialise in relationships, grief and life transitions, assisting clients to self-reflect, process past hurts, increase emotional skillsets and improve their lives. I see clients in person in Whittlesea Vic, or via Zoom or phone. I am also a Clinical Supervisor, assisting other Counsellors to do their best work. Please feel welcome to follow the links to find out more or place a booking.

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