Thread: help? poor sense of identity (can anyone relate?)
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Old Dec 11, 2007, 02:35 AM
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I can hear your struggles and I can relate to what you've said.

I have very very few memories. Just a database of facts that I know to be true but don't feel connected to me. Even for present day events. It often feels like I only started to exist a few days ago. And at times I even question whether I do exist or not.

Having no history, let alone a continous history, really does have a big impact on your sense of self.

I'm sorry you struggle with this also. I hope you find a way out of the darkness.
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He said that we can email as MUCH as we want (100 times per day). Believe in this - it is challenging fears about being punished. It is okay to be seen. You are not a nuisance. "Too much" simply means exploration, not punishment/withdrawal. Trust in him.

Not looking at him is about keeping aspects of self hidden/secret. We know that is not the healthy choice. Keep working on this - you will get there.

Accept there are parts. Be kind and gentle with them. Working with parts and feelings is the key to happiness. We have been happy before when listened to them and accepted them and were open to feelings. Write in your journal - it is safe to do so.
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