Posted by All Done on December 15, 2005, at 2:24:58
In reply to Feeling better. Now what? Help?, posted by gardenergirl on December 14, 2005, at 21:47:06
What a great feeling, gg! After years, though, I can see how it would feel weird. Hopefully, it won't take you long to get used to. ;)
I can really relate to the mom thing and being sick. My mom was a nurse as well (and self-centered and anxious), and I really think sometimes she wanted me to be sick or something. I don't know if it gave her a focus or a chance to do what she felt she did best or what. Even to this day, she expresses more emotion with me if someone in my family is sick. I think it's the only way she knows how to relate to people sometimes. And, unfortunately, she taught me it's a good way to get attention. I swear, I spent more time out of school than in. Sorry I don't have any advice on this one. Wish I did.
Sometimes when I've felt less depressed, I've noticed I have pretty productive sessions. It felt like I was able to get out of a rut and discuss things that are important but don't necessarily feel like they relate to "why am I depressed?" I think you'll find things to talk about that are important to you, but maybe not "problems", so to speak. And I'd be willing to bet you can learn even more about yourself than you already have.
Maybe you can talk about how to stay happy. What makes you feel good? What do you want the next few years (or more) of your life look like? How can you accomplish your goals?
You worked hard for this, (((gg))). I'm very happy for you. :)
Laurie
P.S. You could also talk to your T about why you feel you need to keep him interested and why you fear his rejection so much, but I suppose that's a little heavier of a topic.
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