Sky,

I think you are brave to post this. I don't think I could post something my T. told me that I didn't like to hear.

That being said, I would like to gently say that, perhaps he/she means that you aren't acknowledging it in a way that promotes growth and healing. People with disabilites that accept them don't blame others for it in so much that it hinders their life. They don't expect everyone to constantly hold the door, or reach for the item on the upper shelf, etc.... they want to be responsible for themselves. It wouldn't do them any good to hide behind their disability- only weakens them. Not that, that's what you're doing... just an example.

I believe that accepting our problems is the first step in overcoming or coping with them in a positive and healthy way. I was the "queen of denial" just 2 years ago- it was everyone else-- not me that was the problem. Now I'm seeing that, I have to own some of it too--- not all-- but some. After all no one is perfect- even though I wanted to be so badly!

I don't believe for a minute that you're brain damaged! We all learn in different ways and at different paces. I believe we are all gifted in our own way- perhaps the lessons/therapy just need to be presented in a different way for you?!

I wanted you to know that I'm here and I hope you're not offended by anything I've said... I only mean to be supportive. t/c

Mandy