Posted by Dinah on June 29, 2004, at 15:33:48
In reply to Re: More to the point, Dr. Bob, posted by lucy stone on June 29, 2004, at 15:04:03
Lucy, you're important to *me*. And I care very much if you stay or go.
And as you might have grasped from some of our posts, many of us have received that charming little message at one time or another, and it really isn't personal although many of us find it discouraging (as an understatement). That's why I was trying to encourage Dr. Bob to change his standard wording. I don't think he has a clue how it can be received. My therapist is always surprised at my reaction when he says something similar.
So yes, you are valued here. Very much so. And I'd miss you very much if you were to go. And there are times when all of us who remain decide to remain for each other, not for Dr. Bob.
I truly hope you find yourself able to stay.
And I sincerely hope that Dr. Bob will clarify his meaning in a way that makes staying palatable to you.
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