Posted by annierose on May 23, 2006, at 15:54:02
In reply to Younger parts and pieces - trigger, posted by Daisym on May 23, 2006, at 0:05:58
Hi Daisy -
Can you put into words the parts your younger self can't handle? She sounds scared and lonely. Maybe she's not sure what all these changes mean to her on deeper level, what does it mean about her past? Maybe by holding your elephant you can reassure little Daisy that you will always need her and want her around. She needs to feel loved, and know that you care all about her.
I hate those sessions when the chemistry is just "off". Usually, for me, it says more about my state of mind than hers. When he talks about being kind to yourself, I think he is trying to remind you that it's okay to be kind to yourself. You don't have to be perfect. It's okay to have an off day, it's even okay to have an off week or month.
Keep sharing how all of this feels with your T. I know he feels far away but he is there, holding your hand and your heart, carrying you every step of the way. He knows you are not crazy. You are not crazy. You have been hurt. You are hurting. He wants to help you. It just takes a long time for all these stories to get told. But he has the time for you. He wants to listen and hold your burden. Let him.
Have your pity party in the closet. It was always my favorite place too. But just stay there for an hour. It's okay to cry. Your younger self has been holding onto those tears for too long now. She may need to let them go.
I am here for you. How can I help? What can I do?
Love, Annierose
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