View Single Post
 
Old Mar 09, 2010, 08:34 PM
ripley
Guest
 
Posts: n/a
Quote:
Originally Posted by farmergirl View Post
Many moons ago, I was in group therapy for incest survivors. We all had our quirks and really tried to help each other through them. Mine was dissociating. So, they got foam balls and put them in the middle of the circle. If I started zoning out, they'd throw them at me. It was hilarious really and a great way to keep me present AND keep my sense of humor at the same time.
What a hilarious idea. I can see how it would be effective, and also would maybe reassure a younger self that things are ok at the same time. Playfulness is very reassuring to me anyhow.
Thanks for your other comments as well. Very helpful