Posted by Skittles on November 12, 2004, at 17:55:11
In reply to Hello, I'm Daisy and I go to therapy a lot..., posted by daisym on November 12, 2004, at 17:24:41
I am sailing in a similar ship. Most of my friends and family are aware that I'm seeing a therapist, but they have no idea how often I see her. I'd guess they probably figure I go a couple of times a month, when actually I'm going twice a week. Your therapist's explanation is precisely why I keep tight lipped about it too. I'm afraid that everyone will think I'm terribly ill. And maybe I am, but I don't want anyone else knowing about it!! And like you said, I feel pressure to appear strong and put together.
As far as your therapist's challenge, I think I would struggle with it too. Though imagining that those words were said to me makes me weep. What a release it would be to allow it. It would be hard, but probably wonderfully freeing, a weight off the shoulders. I think I'd at least give it a shot. You deserve to be taken care of sometimes, Daisy. Do you think you could let him do that for you, just this once? Sometimes when we get a need met, the need itself becomes less urgent. Does that make sense?
BTW, I must find out what city you're in and who your T is so I can move there. Or maybe your T could just talk to mine and give her a few pointers? She's really nice, but she needs a little help with saying these wonderful things.
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