If you’re struggling, you’re human. And you don’t have to struggle alone.

So much can get in the way of finding love for yourself and authentic connection with others. Maybe you feel afraid of disappointing,  burdening, or upsetting people, and so you stay self sufficient and highly attuned to others’ opinions and needs. While this might keep the boat from rocking, you may also feel that you can’t live like this anymore – censored, bottled up, lonely and exhausted from playing a role.

Maybe some of this sounds familiar:

• “Why aren’t things easier for me? I should be able to just handle this.”

• “If I stop pushing myself so hard, I won’t be good enough.”

• “I’m too much. I don’t want to burden others with my feelings and needs.”

• “I want connection but it’s too risky.”

• “I can’t show who I really am.”

Folks I work with are often seeking support with experiences that underpin or accompany feelings like those above. These sometimes include:

• Anxiety, stress, a tight chest, a racing heart, and negative thought loops.

• Flashes of shame or waves of painful memories.

• Difficulty with self-confidence and self-esteem.

• Challenges with communication and boundary setting.

• Feeling lonely and disconnected in relationships.

• A childhood where your caregivers couldn’t give you the emotional connection, warmth, or understanding that you needed.