Posted by alexandra_k on August 29, 2004, at 22:23:36
In reply to another question about imaginary companion, posted by mmcconathy on August 29, 2004, at 21:30:37
> Is it possible to let a companion host for a while.
Well, it may be, but I agree its not a good idea.
> Usally when i get really nervous, in a situation im not confident in, i dont think I can handle it, like a major track meet, or a similar. I've asked Ritchie to do this before, referably before a district track meet on the 1600m relay, but he refused, he has more confidence than i do, but always claims that this is for my good on my own to learn. He will just help me.
If he does it for you then how are you going to learn how to handle it for yourself? If you have a go yourself then things will get easier for you, and then you will build mastery and a sense of self efficacy and self esteem. There is a danger that if he does it then you may come to rely on him and not realise that you can do it yourself.
> I finally told my therapist about Ritchie , it was embarrasing but suprisinly he didnt think i was crazy. I asked him this same question, he flat out said do not. Idenity problems or something. Later i finally got him to talk to Dr. Neaves through me, but he woulndt host, like always.My T won't host either. But I don't want her to, I just wish she would take the line that your T is taking!
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