Posted by annierose on December 27, 2004, at 16:48:53
In reply to Re: To tell the truth » Dinah, posted by alexandra_k on December 27, 2004, at 16:17:27
Not trying to beat a dead horse on this topic, but I'm believe we view the theraputic relationship differently, and that is okay. You keep mentioning the "real world". Well, my therapy does take place in the real world. It isn't a dream, or a fantasy. Yes, it is a "controlled" environment, but real conversations take place, real learning and self reflection. That, for me, is a good thing (not to steal that phrase from Martha Stewart). You asked if our T's should be helping us find these things in the real world so we won't need them anymore. Well, I do think even though I'm not in therapy for the short run, working out difficult issues with my T does help me with my relationships with my husband, daughter and son
(we don't think my relationship with my mom + dad is repairable at this point :) Most of my family and friends, although well meaning, are not able to objectively listen to my inner pain, or should they be subjective to it. Yes, I do look for my friends and husband for comfort and advice, but it is at a compeletly different level.
Okay, I am running on and on. That is just my 2 cents.
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