Posted by gardenergirl on February 28, 2004, at 14:28:40
In reply to Re: doing better but .....scared, posted by obSession on February 28, 2004, at 14:11:26
Pandabear,
I think this is quite common. I have seen it with a number of my clients. I think I've even been through it myself a bit, but I need to get better, I think, before it hits me for real.I think the conflict is between the old, known way of life and the new, unknown. The unknown is always scarier than the known. Some also wonder if the new, good feelings will last, as they have been in pain for so long. The longer you are feeling good, the more it will begin to feel natural, I believe. But it takes courage and strength to take this risk. I believe you have that, as everyone who remains in therapy beyond the initial stage must have courage to face their "demons."
Congrats for doing better!
gg
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