Yes I have. My core belief was that I was unworthy. I didn't loathe myself, but I didn't think anyone could really care about me. I thought I would be abandoned when I would truly open up or be myself. I had low self esteem.

As a child, I hardly experienced someone being emotionally available for me. Supporting me, always being there for me. Being in therapy, I got another chance at that. Now I had someone who I could always count on, who didn't judge me. Who made me feel safe. That was very healing. Once I was convinced of his support, I could step into the big bad world and practice opening up to friends, coworkers, etcetera.

I feel so different now. I believe in myself. I deserve to be loved. I don't deserve to be pushed around. I have every right to do and say things just as anyone else.