Posted by annierose on December 5, 2007, at 22:05:47
In reply to Re: when my analyst begins talking... » annierose, posted by Wittgenstein on December 5, 2007, at 13:48:35
Yes I have found it helpful but it wasn't an easy transition. I resisted it so my t put the conversation to rest. After six months or so, I brought it up and told her I would try it for 3 weeks. I knew I would hate it the first few times and I was right. The first time it felt like a train was running through my head --- loudly. I felt "seen" and "vulnerable". My t was very patient and didn't push me to stay lying down. She encouraged me to sit up or lie down --- but I was determined to see it through my three week trial period.
Now ... 4 years later ... I find lying down very comforting. In fact, when I chose to sit up, I find it harder. Go figure.
It's hard to know if I censor less - but that's the theory. I think it's true. But it could also be true I censor less because I have been in this relationship longer too.
I think it's worth a try. You can always go back and forth - at least I know I can in my therapy.
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