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Originally Posted by rainbow8
I went much slower today, and ironically, when I do, it seems like there's more time. We talked about my wanting to be popular when I was a teenager, and how I need to show compassion for that part who wasn't. We talked about weight and health and not feeling I'm connected to my body. There is a lot to work on that I've never gotten into before.
But, right from the start I was nervous because T looked pretty, and she wore something similar to what she wore at my last session. Not her usual pants or jeans but a skirt, or I guess a divided skirt. I had my eyes closed when she was holding my hand but later I opened them. I was calm but told her she looked pretty and I felt she was "out of my league." She said her looks or mine have nothing to do with her feelings for me.
I don't want that part who was in love with T to show up again! I don't think it's totally transference and it scares me. I know she's attractive and I notice her hair. It's not sexual and I felt fine holding her hand. I don't know what I can do except to accept how she makes me feel. I think it's only when she dresses more femininely. Since we're discussing how I feel about my looks, the comparison to her was relevant too. I don't like these feelings!
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It's ok to have the feelings like you're in love. Real love is a good thing no matter who it's directed towards. No harm, just a sweet feeling. You don't need to fight it. You have a good therapist that understands where the love is coming from. So normal to feel love for a woman that you share your deepest emotions with and so obviously cares about you.
No need to fight the love. Right?