Couch 194: The Floral Couch

SlumberKitty · Apr 18, 2019 at 03:06 PM

Welcome to the couch, old and new! A place to hang out - sometimes you get immediate feedback, sometimes you don't.

Shouting, "Cool Whip" tends to bring others out from between the cushions if you're feeling lonely.

This is a chatty thread. All are welcome. We're kind of psychologically oriented, sometimes. We try to be supportive. At times we discuss what that means.

It’s a place to plop down on the couch when you come home from work or wherever, or wake up in the middle of the night, or check in at lunch, rant a bit or not, and be among friends.

We advise you not to drink or drug and text your therapist ("T") - we speak from experience.

Sometimes the thread moves fast and you might get overlooked; sometimes it moves slowly and all you hear are crickets. Sometimes you get hugged or thanked pages later. So if it's a bigger question, you might want to start a new thread.

Grab a cushion, a spot on the floor, or an armchair in the corner and make yourselves comfy!

Named this couch the Floral Couch in celebration of Spring.

chihirochild · Apr 18, 2019 at 03:07 PM

Thanks, Kit!

Echos Myron redux · Apr 18, 2019 at 03:14 PM

SlumberKitty · Apr 18, 2019 at 03:21 PM

I'm going to be able to see my therapist this Saturday at 1. I will get to talk over with her extending out the no SH after Lent after all. I was on the cancellation list but I really didn't think that I would hear from the office, but I did. I normally don't do Saturday appointments as I would prefer to go after work and not in the middle of my day, but in this case, I jumped at the chance to see her and get to talk to her about extending out the time. I'm so glad this worked out. Now, I just hope it's a good appointment! HUGS Kit

Lemoncake · Apr 19, 2019 at 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by SlumberKitty

I'm going to be able to see my therapist this Saturday at 1. I will get to talk over with her extending out the no SH after Lent after all. I was on the cancellation list but I really didn't think that I would hear from the office, but I did. I normally don't do Saturday appointments as I would prefer to go after work and not in the middle of my day, but in this case, I jumped at the chance to see her and get to talk to her about extending out the time. I'm so glad this worked out. Now, I just hope it's a good appointment! HUGS Kit

I'm glad she can see you much sooner!

Apr 18, 2019 at 03:39 PM

I'm glad you got the appt, Kit!

Omers · Apr 18, 2019 at 03:53 PM

Hey couchies! Another sucky day in Omerville but... T sent this and I thought several here might appreciate it even if it was not from their T...

“There are always reasons for the behavior that we demonstrate. Trauma has its twists and turns directing our lives in ways that one may not wish. We will keep exploring in a safe environment so you can have the freedom to be who you are.”

He always has to wait until the DM is doing a surprise inspection at work to reply to email... then I sneak and read in... then I cry like a baby... *sigh*

LostOnTheTrail · Apr 18, 2019 at 03:53 PM

Great news, Kit. I'm not sure of the time difference, but if I am around, I will pocket ride.

SlumberKitty · Apr 18, 2019 at 03:54 PM

@Omers nice response from T...good thing to keep in mind. Thanks for sharing. HUGS Kit

comrademoomoo · Apr 18, 2019 at 04:01 PM

In another branch of existential enquiry, does anyone know the appropriate point at which to stop eating chocolate? My teeth hurt and yet I am still biting down. Seems like a clunky metaphor for my therapeutic mess.

friendly75 · Apr 28, 2019 at 12:48 PM

Chocolate is not very hard on your teeth, and I have actually heard that it is good for them. See a dentist about the pain if you can. Good luck.

Apr 18, 2019 at 04:51 PM

Ooh pretty new couch! *bounces up and down happily

Lemoncake · Apr 28, 2019 at 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ArtieSwimsOn

If they tell me tomorrow that I have to have surgery and I ask you for support would you just tell me that i brought this on myself?

I think you might based on how you said in February that you were surprised I didn't have more health problems. Well now I do so I suppose it's all my fault

Artie being ill is never your fault and I don't think she would say that. I hope you do reach out to her.

88Butterfly88 · Apr 18, 2019 at 05:09 PM

Thanks for the new couch Kit!
Couch 194: The Floral Couch

CantExplain · Apr 18, 2019 at 05:45 PM

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Well, H wants me to quit therapy We're running out of money. I don't want to, but I think I'll have to. I'm so depressed.

You'll quit therapy when you've spent as much on therapy as he has at the emergency room.

WarmFuzzySocks · Apr 18, 2019 at 05:18 PM

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I did gym this morning at 7am, hence I'm eating cheesecake for breakfast.

Lemoncake, I like the way you think.

Apr 18, 2019 at 05:24 PM

i had dream about doors i was in a room and on the far side there many doors and i had to choose one and the pressure was getting intense to choose the 'right' one and i woke up. i feel weird like i missed an opportunity but it was only a dream

Apr 18, 2019 at 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by BlessedCheeseMaker

i had dream about doors i was in a room and on the far side there many doors and i had to choose one and the pressure was getting intense to choose the 'right' one and i woke up. i feel weird like i missed an opportunity but it was only a dream

I have dreamed about doors like that quite a few times.... usually i am in a long hallway lined with them. One time I was on a ship at sea with many doors.

L didn't like it when I'd say "only a dream".... but honestly as much as I love dream work I think sometimes they really are only dreams.... I dunno....

Apr 18, 2019 at 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ArtieSwimsOn

I have dreamed about doors like that quite a few times.... usually i am in a long hallway lined with them. One time I was on a ship at sea with many doors.

L didn't like it when I'd say "only a dream".... but honestly as much as I love dream work I think sometimes they really are only dreams.... I dunno....

i think its got to do with the last couple of days thinking what if ending therapy was the right thing as una said a part of me must hve wanted to end. But i didnt want it to end t said it its either stay or go and wouldnt be drawn into any conversations about a break. A big part of me feels he may have been engineering this but i cant see the big picture at the momment and suspect i maybe cherrypicking from my already poor memory.

Apr 18, 2019 at 06:39 PM

I must say, "And never the twain shall meet" was an absolutely perfect way to end the previous couch.

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chihirochild Magnate Member Since Feb 2017 Location: North America Posts: 2,360 7 4,865 hugs given	Apr 18, 2019 at 03:07 PM #2 Thanks, Kit!

Echos Myron redux Magnate Member Since Apr 2018 Location: UK Posts: 2,162 6 1,834 hugs given	Apr 18, 2019 at 03:14 PM #3

Anonymous43207 Guest Posts: n/a	Apr 18, 2019 at 03:39 PM #6 I'm glad you got the appt, Kit!

SlumberKitty Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Jul 2018 Location: CA Posts: 27,329 (SuperPoster!) 5 117.7k hugs given	Apr 18, 2019 at 03:54 PM #9 @Omers nice response from T...good thing to keep in mind. Thanks for sharing. HUGS Kit __________________ Dum Spiro Spero IC XC NIKA

comrademoomoo Grand Poohbah Member Since Feb 2019 Location: Toodlepip Posts: 1,728 5	Apr 18, 2019 at 04:01 PM #10 In another branch of existential enquiry, does anyone know the appropriate point at which to stop eating chocolate? My teeth hurt and yet I am still biting down. Seems like a clunky metaphor for my therapeutic mess.

friendly75 Junior Member Member Since Apr 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 10 5	Apr 28, 2019 at 12:48 PM #11 Chocolate is not very hard on your teeth, and I have actually heard that it is good for them. See a dentist about the pain if you can. Good luck.

Anonymous43207 Guest Posts: n/a	Apr 18, 2019 at 04:51 PM #12 Ooh pretty new couch! *bounces up and down happily

88Butterfly88 Moderator Community Support Team Member Since Dec 2015 Location: New Jersey Posts: 54,223 (SuperPoster!) 8 10.5k hugs given	Apr 18, 2019 at 05:09 PM #14 Thanks for the new couch Kit!

Anonymous42961 Guest Posts: n/a	Apr 18, 2019 at 05:24 PM #17 i had dream about doors i was in a room and on the far side there many doors and i had to choose one and the pressure was getting intense to choose the 'right' one and i woke up. i feel weird like i missed an opportunity but it was only a dream

Anonymous43207 Guest Posts: n/a	Apr 18, 2019 at 06:39 PM #20 I must say, "And never the twain shall meet" was an absolutely perfect way to end the previous couch.