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Originally Posted by Depletion
So my point was that I think it can be very helpful to have a loving relationship where you feel comfortable enough to confide in another person.
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Well, yes, I am sure it could. Not really an option for me personally, but I am certain that you are right.
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Originally Posted by Depletion
I'm sorry but I really do have to disagree with you about the way people think of therapy in general. I think that assuming that therapy is a place where you can take your stuff and fix it so that no one else has to deal with it is a messed up idea that leads to a larger break down in emotional connection. To me one of the goals of therapy is to learn how to connect better so that I can build a support system. Therapy may be a part of that support system, but I hope very much that it is not the only part (eventually).
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Did I imply that I think that's how people in general think of therapy? If so, I'm sorry. I am not having a very coherent day today, apparently... I don't presume to know what people in general think of therapy. I have read enough of what people on these boards think (even though I don't think this is a particularly representative population, all the opinions of people here are equally valid) to know that many people definitely
don't think that therapy is a way to get out of having an external support system. I know that many people here have been able to build stronger relationships with friends and family because they have been in therapy, and it seems to be a good thing for them.