Posted by Pritzker on October 10, 2000, at 22:59:34
In reply to Re: Medical fantasies and the cute Dr.H, posted by Mark H. on October 10, 2000, at 20:07:50
> Marx,
I wish that it is as simple as sharing everything with the therapists. But, aside from Dr.T, the other three therapists really have no contact with me at all. Plus, SrC actually consist of about 18 therapists total, each with their own offices and set of clients. It would not be feasible for me to call them all together and confess my adoration of them. Plus, what would I say? It would just be too bizzare. The other therapists do not really know me. In fact, Dr.H do not even know that I exist.
Please respond if you can,
PritzkerDear Pritzker,
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> Your self-statements suggest to me that you might want to look for other fields in which to train.
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> You wrote, "Relationships for me has always been established on the basis of self-interest and personal goals. To give up my selfishness would be to loose my hold on my personhood."
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> The waning of personal ambition and self-interest is the beginning of compassion. In the end, little else counts except what we have given to and done for others. To whatever extent what you are doing is "about you," it is not about helping others. Unfortunately, there are already too many doctors, social workers and psychologists who do not understand this.
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> I strongly recommend that you print out your letter and share it with your therapists, bring them into your trust, and trust them with your fantasies.
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> You are wonderfully honest and courageous in asking for realistic feedback. I hope my taking you at your word by responding this way is not offensive to you.
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> Sincerely,
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> Mark H.
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