Posted by Kath on March 20, 2009, at 13:45:33
In reply to Re: Boy, are we complex - inner info through CBT.... » Kath, posted by SLS on March 20, 2009, at 10:00:34
> You are experiencing a classic state-specific memory phenomenon. We tend to remember things best when we are in the same mental state as when the memory was first formed. Sometimes, this is not advantageous. When in a depressed state, we tend to remember depressing events, thoughts and feelings. The more severe the depression, the more intense and present are the memories. In fact, I would say that it can reach the point of being a re-experience of depressing or traumatic events.
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> - Scott~ ~ I guess I'm fortunate in that the stuff that comes to me is more like watching a movie & the emotions aren't strong. I can see how that could be extremely trauatic for people!!
Maybe the question "When have I felt like this before" should be used with caution! For me it seems like that past issue almost dissolves when it comes forward & the current unpleasant emotions dissolve at the same time! Almost like my mind knows - "OH - these thoughts are actually about that old stuff & it's over now, so I don't need to feel like this".
Maybe that is because I've done so much healing work that a lot of things are at least partially healed.
hugs, Kath
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