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Subject: Re: Went to see a counselor today for the first time...

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Deb

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Date Posted: 07:22:02 10/22/04 Fri
In reply to: chocolate 's message, "Re: Went to see a counselor today for the first time..." on 01:38:56 10/22/04 Fri

>You did very well, really,
>I know that I felt like a failure when I got help
>myself for the first time, I felt like I should be
>able to deal with my problems alone (I had help before
>but that was forced) It was the best thing I could
>ever do. I felt weak too but I know now that it is the
>right thing to do, when you are sick you go to your
>doctor, when your computer is broken you call a
>computer guy, so it is not more than logic that for
>emotional issues you see a professional.
>
>I am glad that you feel comfortable with this person,
>just go again and it will probably help you a lot. And
>remember, you are still in control of the situation,
>you can tell this person what you want and dont want.
>
>Really proud of you
>
>Chocolate

Kara that's incredibly brave of you not only for following through with keeping the appointment you made but coming on here and telling us about your experience. You're not weak at all...you're a helluva lot stronger than you imagine. I can see it and I know the others do, too. That's part of the reason going to a professional is so good - they can see things in you that you cannot. They are an objective third party and from my personal experience even ones I wasn't too fond of, always made more positive reinforcing comments back to me about myself that made it worthwhile. Keep going back as long as you need to. I was in and out of counseling with therapists, psychiatrists and psychologists (including my hospitalization 3 yrs ago) for a grand total of 17 years and I can safely say I am not a failure or weak. I'm smart enough to know and humble enough to admit when I need help and ask for it. So are you! So very proud of you and you should be proud of yourself! :o)

Deb

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