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Originally Posted by comrademoomoo
I would be anxious and very self conscious about playing a boardgame with my therapist. It seems like a horrible idea. I don't like "play" generally and am serious in my approach to most things. The idea of a boardgame is thst someone wins and that seems like a strange dynamic to introduce into the therapy room.
Can you describe what appeals to you about playing a game? I am curious.
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First, it was L's idea, not mine. I have read about other people on here playing games with their Ts (and going for walks). I just never thought to ask.
We've been talking about/preparing to play a game on the 23rd. Today we discussed the what, how, and why. The hope is to not only learn to be more comfortable with L, but also with myself. L also wants me to learn more "scripts", so I'll be more prepared for socializing in rl. We have decided to play chess. Both of us know how the game works, but neither know specific moves or anything special. And we've agreed to play honestly. We've also agreed to only play for a certain length of time to prevent anyone from winning or losing because that has nothing to do with the goal. We will be sitting on the floor: my back will be towards the wall. There will be an ottoman between us that the board will be placed on. I'll be bringing my dog and wearing something that will be comforting/comfortable to me.