By Helen Leff, LCSW on December 5, 2017
A common theme I hear from women who come to Maze Women’s Sexual Health is how it’s so much easier for them to give to their partners than it is to receive. Of course there is more to this than meets the eye, but it got me thinking that many women aren’t “talented receivers”. Is it that underneath it all we believe we don’t deserve the love or pleasure we say we want? Is this from a lack of self -love?
Self-love has sadly been perceived as selfish and vain. Seriously, what’s wrong so terrible about believing that you are a worthy and valuable person? Here are some ways to help you grow your self–love:
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Helen Leff, LCSW, has held a Master's Degree in Social Work with over 25 years of experience. Throughout her career as a mental health professional, Helen has endeavored to take a holistic view in understanding the needs of individuals as well as incorporating the larger family and social dynamics effecting them. A tireless advocate, Helen’s greatest professional satisfaction comes from helping those in need to develop self-empowerment skills to take greater control of their situations and to become their own best ally, adviser, and advocate.