Posted by Racer on September 22, 2004, at 12:10:22
In reply to How does you T show they care?, posted by Speaker on September 22, 2004, at 11:03:46
SparklingBright asks me to call and check in over the weekend each week. Just a voicemail, but it really makes such a difference for me. She is also so clearly *present* with me in sessions, that ineffable quality that makes it all "work" for me. Leaving a voicemail message may not seem like a lot, but somehow it's that one little bit that makes me feel secure, and cared about.
Compare and contrast to The Other Three from The Nightmare Place. Voicemails were rarely returned, and were certainly frowned upon, as showing that I was being "dependant", rather than showing my progress by being "independant."
I guess for me, it really is the little things. That little voicemail check in, knowing that she'll call back if I say I want her to -- Oh my! I guess that's called "trust"! What a concept! She shows she cares by showing that she's a safe depository for my trust!
It's good to hear that your new T is showing you this, too.
(And does your posting name have anything to do with Ender Wiggins?)
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