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Posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 13:20:05
First of all, my cat went missing for 48 hours. horrible thoughts running through my head. anxiety very high. then he came back right before I had to leave for T (((CAT))))
At the end of the session, I asked whether T had any cats or dogs. T said that they had a kitten. I was really excited. T went and got him (his office is at his house).
I got to play with 12 wk old cream tabby kitten for a good 10 minutes at the end of session (((kitten))) so cute and adorable. I was so happy and relaxed by the end of the hour. what a nice T to share his kitten with me. :)
-Ll
Posted by ClearSkies on December 10, 2007, at 13:30:35
In reply to kitten!!, posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 13:20:05
I think that T's should have pet therapy as standard practice. My old T used to bring her old dog and at first he didn't like me, but I didn't take it personally. I think HE needed therapy :-)
And my very first T, back during the last ice age, had a lovely dog in her office too, and had a collection of stuffed toys for people to hug during sessions. She had to keep the dog outside the office because he suffered from flatulence...
Makes me think that at the very least I should be bringing something to hug and pet during my own sessions now, since my anxieties have been running high. I don't think my cat would cooperate, and I know she wouldn't fit in my purse.
CS
Posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 13:49:50
In reply to Re: kitten!! » llurpsienoodle, posted by ClearSkies on December 10, 2007, at 13:30:35
Animals are the wise ones. While we run about and create complications in our lives, worry about everything. All the caveats of our perceived progress.
Then there they are. Serene and awaiting attention. Only motivated by hunger and a desire to be loved.
I find it an oddity, perhaps even a flaw, that a stray cat upon approach can make a person bend down. Possibly get some kind words followed with a soft hand across the fur. Possibly be picked up and later given some small snack or even a meal. But if I were to stand on the corner, arms outstretched, awaiting a caring embrace. I would be thought a loon. Perhaps escorted away by the authorities.
I'm saddened by our seeming loss of random compassion. That the fear of this world suppresses our loving nature.
I'm new to babble, and I think that is why I am here. Here is cultivated a rediscovery of that nature. It's a beautiful thing to perceive, and it makes all of us here better people.
Posted by muffled on December 10, 2007, at 14:02:37
In reply to Re: kitten!! » ClearSkies, posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 13:49:50
Posted by frida on December 10, 2007, at 14:05:15
In reply to kitten!!, posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 13:20:05
Hi!
how wonderful that you could play with your T's kitten, how sweet...and a way to show your T another part of you.My T has shared about her pets, she has told me anecdotes about her dogs and cats...
and not long ago, I took my guinea pig with me to my session. My T talked to him and petted him and it was so wonderful to me. I also kept him on my lap and then put him in his travelling bag where he ate :-). It was a sweet moment that I could share with my T. Hearing her interact with my loved pet meant the world to me.
Frida
Posted by annierose on December 10, 2007, at 18:37:12
In reply to kitten!!, posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 13:20:05
Thank you for sharing such a wonder impromptu therapy moment. It's nice that he felt so comfortable to go get his kitty to share with another kitty lover.
In general, do you like going to therapy at his home? Ever have any awkward family moments ... like you hear his kids screaming at their mom? his wife driving down the driveway as you drive in?
Posted by rskontos on December 10, 2007, at 18:41:28
In reply to kitten!!, posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 13:20:05
Li, that is so nice that he shared his kitten and it sounds like a nice way to end Therapy. I too think it should be a mandatory requirement! Animal therapy. Although my little filly who is only 2 would not fit in my therapists office no matter how big LOL :) Although she, Coco is her name, would love to go as she thinks she is a human and not an equine.
rsk
Posted by rskontos on December 10, 2007, at 18:42:57
In reply to Re: kitten!! » ClearSkies, posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 13:49:50
>>I find it an oddity, perhaps even a flaw, that a stray cat upon approach can make a person bend down. Possibly get some kind words followed with a soft hand across the fur. Possibly be picked up and later given some small snack or even a meal. But if I were to stand on the corner, arms outstretched, awaiting a caring embrace. I would be thought a loon. Perhaps escorted away by the authorities.>>
I hope you don't think I am mean but I cracked up when I read this because it is soooooo true. WE are a flaw society. Maybe it is easier to trust a stray cat easier than a stray human?
rsk
Posted by LlurpSieNooDle on December 10, 2007, at 18:44:52
In reply to Re: kitten!! » llurpsienoodle, posted by ClearSkies on December 10, 2007, at 13:30:35
> I think that T's should have pet therapy as standard practice. My old T used to bring her old dog and at first he didn't like me, but I didn't take it personally. I think HE needed therapy :-)
>
> And my very first T, back during the last ice age, had a lovely dog in her office too, and had a collection of stuffed toys for people to hug during sessions. She had to keep the dog outside the office because he suffered from flatulence...
>pththtbbbbb!
oh my...!> Makes me think that at the very least I should be bringing something to hug and pet during my own sessions now, since my anxieties have been running high. I don't think my cat would cooperate, and I know she wouldn't fit in my purse.
My old T used to have this little beanbag pillow that I would play with during therapy. I miss that. sometimes I fiddle with my coffee tumbler, or with a water bottle but the kitten was a true joy!
-Lnoodle
Posted by ˇLlurpsIenoodle! on December 10, 2007, at 18:47:30
In reply to Re: kitten!! » llurpsienoodle, posted by frida on December 10, 2007, at 14:05:15
> Hi!
> how wonderful that you could play with your T's kitten, how sweet...and a way to show your T another part of you.Yeah, my sweet caring innnocent joyous side. He's seen my sad side, my bitter side, my callous side, my freaked-out side, my dissociated side, my depressed side.
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> My T has shared about her pets, she has told me anecdotes about her dogs and cats...
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> and not long ago, I took my guinea pig with me to my session. My T talked to him and petted him and it was so wonderful to me. I also kept him on my lap and then put him in his travelling bag where he ate :-). It was a sweet moment that I could share with my T. Hearing her interact with my loved pet meant the world to me.
That is SOOO cute! My cat would never participate so willingly in therapy. lolthanks for sharing :)
> Frida
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Posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 18:48:28
In reply to Re: kitten!! » Bodhisattva, posted by rskontos on December 10, 2007, at 18:42:57
I am glad my words brought you joy.
Posted by LLUrPSIEnoodle on December 10, 2007, at 18:51:53
In reply to Re: kitten!!, posted by annierose on December 10, 2007, at 18:37:12
> Thank you for sharing such a wonder impromptu therapy moment. It's nice that he felt so comfortable to go get his kitty to share with another kitty lover.
>yeah, I felt so privileged :)
> In general, do you like going to therapy at his home?
yeah, I do. It feels more personal somehow. But sometimes that can be turned around into "more invasive". The office is ever so slightly smaller, so it's harder for me to hide...
>Ever have any awkward family moments ... like you hear his kids screaming at their mom?
not so far! I think his kid's in school during my appt.s
his wife driving down the driveway as you drive in?
(phew! separate driveway for clientele, separate entry, etc. a lot of things arranged so that it won't be so difficult.)I also see him at his professional office, which has very similar furnishings as to minimize the distress caused by seeing T at 2 different offices.
-Ll
Posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 18:53:09
In reply to Re: kitten!! » llurpsienoodle, posted by rskontos on December 10, 2007, at 18:41:28
filly! a filly!
that is ADORABLE. is filly affectionate? i hope so :)(((filly)))
-Ll
Posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 18:56:21
In reply to Re: kitten!! » ClearSkies, posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 13:49:50
> Animals are the wise ones. While we run about and create complications in our lives, worry about everything. All the caveats of our perceived progress.
>
> Then there they are. Serene and awaiting attention. Only motivated by hunger and a desire to be loved.my kitty has a desire to make mischief too!
>
> I find it an oddity, perhaps even a flaw, that a stray cat upon approach can make a person bend down. Possibly get some kind words followed with a soft hand across the fur. Possibly be picked up and later given some small snack or even a meal. But if I were to stand on the corner, arms outstretched, awaiting a caring embrace. I would be thought a loon. Perhaps escorted away by the authorities.I guess that's why I like working at the homeless shelter, because you know that the people there are the most deprived of care and compassion.
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> I'm saddened by our seeming loss of random compassion. That the fear of this world suppresses our loving nature.
>
> I'm new to babble, and I think that is why I am here. Here is cultivated a rediscovery of that nature. It's a beautiful thing to perceive, and it makes all of us here better people.Hi Boddhi. nice to meet you, and thanks for posting on my thread.
fellow buddhist,
-ll
Posted by rskontos on December 10, 2007, at 18:56:23
In reply to Re: kitten!! » rskontos, posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 18:48:28
OK now I am not sure how to take you but you have a gift with words and humor I am thinking.
Again, you made me laugh and laughter is definitely something we all can use to help us.
I only hope I didn't offend you earlier.......I didn't mean to and I see now that I could have offended you earlier. I do have a weird sense of humor at times. So forgive me.
Posted by rskontos on December 10, 2007, at 18:58:07
In reply to therapy at someone's home [office] » annierose, posted by LLUrPSIEnoodle on December 10, 2007, at 18:51:53
Li, I see you are in the mood where your name is having those funny spells again. I hope this means you are in a better place than a few days ago?
:) rk
Posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 19:15:02
In reply to Re: therapy at someone's home [office] » LLUrPSIEnoodle, posted by rskontos on December 10, 2007, at 18:58:07
> Li, I see you are in the mood where your name is having those funny spells again. I hope this means you are in a better place than a few days ago?
>
> :) rk
I felt like sh*t earlier today, but the combination of my cat coming back from being AWOL and getting to play with a cream tabby helped LOTS.I also just finished a term paper and was at the cafe drinking free lattes (my friend is working tonight) all evening long. I'm hyped up hence ˇole!
yep. better space- how bout you?
hugsnstuff
-llnoodle
Posted by seldomseen on December 10, 2007, at 20:44:23
In reply to Re: kitten!! » llurpsienoodle, posted by frida on December 10, 2007, at 14:05:15
Another guinea pig lover! Yeah! I have two and I just ADORE them. They are so sweet and make the cutest little noises.
I discovered today that they LOVE baby bok choy. So tomorrow I go back to the market....
Cavies RULE!
Seldom.
Posted by seldomseen on December 10, 2007, at 20:49:18
In reply to Re: kitten!! » ClearSkies, posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 13:49:50
...Then there they are. Serene and awaiting attention. Only motivated by hunger and a desire to be loved...
You know bodhi, I know a lot of animals - from guinea pigs to horses to tigers to vultures. I spend LARGE chucks of my life around animals.
While a desire to be loved maybe true of the herd or pack animals, I just gotta ask - have you ever owned a cat?
Trust me, if they are going to be loved - it's gonna be on their terms. ;)
Posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 21:27:38
In reply to Re: kitten!!, posted by seldomseen on December 10, 2007, at 20:49:18
I don't think my bird would enjoy the feline presence.
You get my meaning.
Posted by LlurpsieNoodle on December 11, 2007, at 7:11:30
In reply to Re: kitten!! » seldomseen, posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 21:27:38
I'm going on vacation for 3 weeks and won't have a kitten or therapist available to me.
If I start feeling glum or psycho, I am so glad that I have that image of kitten playing with me and letting me pet him. such a sweet playful thing.
image of a kitten :)
image of T smiling while I played with kitten :)
Posted by seldomseen on December 11, 2007, at 7:55:35
In reply to Re: kitten!! » seldomseen, posted by Bodhisattva on December 10, 2007, at 21:27:38
I absolutely get your meaning and thought your original post was very insightful about human behaviour.
Seldom
Posted by rskontos on December 11, 2007, at 9:51:31
In reply to Re: therapy at someone's home [office] » rskontos, posted by llurpsienoodle on December 10, 2007, at 19:15:02
Thanks for asking Llurspie, I am in the numbland. I put myself there so I would not be switching so much can't handle it now. As long as I stay here I can say fine and mean it. It wont last long though. The peeps will leave me alone for a little while. It is my break so to speak.
Again, thanks for asking. rk
Posted by frida on December 11, 2007, at 10:54:33
In reply to Re: kitten!!, posted by seldomseen on December 10, 2007, at 20:44:23
Hi Seldom :-)
That makes me smile that you adore guinea pigs too!
I have two as well and I love them so much. I've had them for 2 years and a half. They are so funny and adorable. I love to hear them wheeking.It was wonderful to take one of them to meet my T. She loved meeting him too.
Guinea pigs are great :-) Something I love about them is how you have to gain their trust, slowly, with patience and love (and food, of course)
Frida
Posted by Bodhisattva on December 11, 2007, at 11:01:02
In reply to Re: kitten!!, posted by frida on December 11, 2007, at 10:54:33
That reminds me of Phaedo, my cockatiel. When I first got her she was very wary of me, running/flying away whenever I tried to pick her up. Now, I merely hold my hand in the air and she lands on it. She won't let me out of her sight. If I leave the room she calls over and over till I come back.
I work with computers, so I'm in front of one quite often. Her favorite place is on my desk between my arms while I type. She just sits there and anxiously awaits a head scratch or a dorito chip.
Pets of any sort are a thing to be treasured. They can always bring joy to a person's life.
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