Change

I feel stupid posting this because it might not make sense. I know that I need to change, but I am afraid of it. My biggest fear is what will happen to ME? I feel like I have to become a whole different person because there are so many things that are "wrong" with me, thoughts and feelings-wise.
Also, I wish that I could be acceptable just the way I am. Feeling like I need to change makes me feel like I am unacceptable and even unworthy of it. Why can't I just be OK for who I am, even if it is "disordered"?

I don't know, just some thoughts that came after therapy today.

I think I understand. Thanks for sharing this

I think you've asked very good questions.

I too have been afraid to change-- this "ME" is the only one I know! Therapy is so very hard, isn't it?

I try to think of it all as: The better parts of me will remain unchanged (like, I enjoy reading, helping others that are in need and love animals, those are a few parts that will not change)-- just the parts that are torn will slowly become mended. (at least I'm hoping!)

I personally try not to use labels as I believe humans are constantly changing--many times unaware of it, and to use a label would only keep me stuck.(stuck-mentally, I mean)

If one is at peace with themself and has inner love and happiness then I don't think there is a reason to change-- even if societies-"norm" thinks there is a need for change. (of course, as long as one is safe and poses no harm to anyone)

But if that's not the case-- then change can open up a whole new bright world that one never knew was possible.

To be content with myself and to feel safe-- that's the change I'm hoping for. If you could have something changed in the way you feel or think, for the better --what would you chose? (you don't have to answer that "outloud")

Please don't feel stupid posting this-- it's a very good post with questions I bet many people ponder-- I know I have had the very same questions running in my head.

Good luck to you!

mandy

Thanks ((((((Fuzzy))))) ((((((Mandyfins))))))
Mandy- you made some great points there, I'll need to come back and reread this often.