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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:00 PM
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I did it. I left him.

I feel very sad and very self-destructive. Why is that always my go-to thing? "Feeling sad? Why not f*** yourself up, that'll help!"... I'm safe. It's just a feeling these days, mostly.

His hands were dirty from fixing his bike and he was wearing my favourite turquoise socks. His voice was kind of gravelly from a cold.

He said "I'm going to miss working with you" and I said "is that the same as saying you'll miss me?"... he said yes.

He said I could come back if I ever needed to.

He asked if I was seeing another therapist and if they were good for me... it was almost funny how much he sounded like a jealous (ex) boyfriend.

Okay, that's it, that's all I have to say for now.

It's done, it's over. I left.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:07 PM
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Well done, Luc. You're very brave.

I don't have much to say...
Take a rest. Breathe. Take care.
We're always here if you want to talk.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:09 PM
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Hugs. I left a T who was making things worse, and it pretty much sucks.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:11 PM
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He was so beautiful today. The most beautiful person. I'm glad I made myself look at him, but it was so painful.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:14 PM
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Thanks for the prompt update, Luc. Been thinking of you. Please take care of yourself.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:14 PM
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:16 PM
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He was so beautiful today. The most beautiful person. I'm glad I made myself look at him, but it was so painful.
My t is so beautiful that I can't stand it. I'm not in love with him... but I can't even imagine leaving him.

I admire you.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:21 PM
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:54 PM
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I did it. I left him.

I feel very sad and very self-destructive. Why is that always my go-to thing? "Feeling sad? Why not f*** yourself up, that'll help!"... I'm safe. It's just a feeling these days, mostly.

His hands were dirty from fixing his bike and he was wearing my favourite turquoise socks. His voice was kind of gravelly from a cold.

He said "I'm going to miss working with you" and I said "is that the same as saying you'll miss me?"... he said yes.

He said I could come back if I ever needed to.

He asked if I was seeing another therapist and if they were good for me... it was almost funny how much he sounded like a jealous (ex) boyfriend.

Okay, that's it, that's all I have to say for now.

It's done, it's over. I left.
We're here if you need to talk.

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Old Oct 16, 2017, 12:58 PM
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I think you are very brave.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 01:06 PM
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Thanks for the update. This takes a lot of guts--yay you!
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 01:58 PM
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Ah, Luc
My heart breaks for you.
Keep breathing. One breath at a time. One heartbeat at a time.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 01:59 PM
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I know I already showed you this luc, but just to remind you, and ruh roh and others, here are the words of ruh roh which so helped me:

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You have done one of the hardest things I have seen someone in therapy do--leave a toxic therapy situation in search of a healthy one, and finding it. I can't help but think how this can only make you a better therapist than so many who never experience the whole roller coaster ride, including what good therapy looks like.
It's my very real wish for you that this new relationship works out. You really deserve it.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 03:55 PM
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That's really brave. I was never able to leave my ex therapist even when I knew it was no longer therapeutic so I'm incredibly impressed by your decision. Obviously your therapist wasn't helping you. I understand it's painful. I know it seems impossible right now but it will pass, it will get better.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 04:08 PM
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Thanks, everyone. It's amazing to have you guys to talk to. People in the 'outside world' are pretty unlikely to understand. But you do.

I'm really going to miss the elephant cushions.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 04:15 PM
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It just goes to show Luco, that you are both strong & resilient. You’ve done something incredibly hard & are still being positive. Way to go you!
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 04:59 PM
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I found my new T's facebook page and the only thing it has on it is a picture of a lizard.

So... yeah, seems like my kinda guy.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 06:52 PM
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I'm seeing your strength and resilience too, Luco. And commend you for doing what you needed to do for you. You did something that was so very difficult and I know I don't 'know' you in real life but I feel so proud of you today. I think you are amazing.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 08:05 PM
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Way to go!

Let us know how you are doing.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 10:53 PM
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Hang in there, Luc. I know this is very difficult
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 11:12 PM
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What a difficult thing to do- hoping you are ok!!! Yes please pm if you need to.
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Old Oct 16, 2017, 11:40 PM
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please pm if you need to.
Ditto. We're here for you in whatever way we can be.
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Old Oct 17, 2017, 06:15 AM
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Well done luc. I hope your new t looks after you better. I'm very impressed by your bravery. [Insert hearts and flowers and gin (if ok and needed)] xx
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Old Oct 17, 2017, 06:47 AM
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Grieve all you need, Luco.
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Old Oct 17, 2017, 06:56 AM
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Thanks so much everyone. I love you guys.

I feel okay today. Just kinda sleepy and sad.
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