Posted by Donna Louise on June 24, 2006, at 5:19:56 [reposted on June 26, 2006, at 0:56:21 | original URL]
In reply to Re: Therapy » Donna Louise, posted by pulse on June 24, 2006, at 5:14:54
> was suggestible; much less so now. in contrast, my therapist is kind, highly dedicated, & knowledgeable, but i've had to (rarely) ask her to confront me more.
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> my 'stubborness' has been foremost in allowing me to save my own life in recent years.
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> see nothing wrong with being a rebel, as it's beyond necessary in certain situations w/certain people. just have to control impulses w/ law enforcement and the like, when or if that comes up.
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> < When I am having an episode where I can't think and all confused and can't make a decision, I will gladly do whatever you say. But if I am not having an episode, I will no doubt rebel and do the opposite as I am still defiant of authority. >
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> this is typical for many a depressive, although the 1st part *may* apply more often to women with the dx.
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> pulseI will just get so tired of trying to think it is a relief for someone else to do it for me. As long as they have my best interest at heart...The older I get, the less doo doo I will take from anyone. People that would have intimidated me no longer do. One of advantage of getting older, and hopefully a little wiser.
I am afraid I am going to get redirected to another board though and my face will turn all red.donna
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