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Today the inevitable has happened... I knew that my clinician, being a student, (and a brilliant one at that) would at some point graduate and move on. Now I know when, and that's about 5 weeks from now.
I am feeling sad today but that's to be expected; ending a relationship with someone you have poured your heart and soul out to, shared your deepest darkest secrets with, is in itself part of the therapy process. The professional word for it is "termination", real nice warm & fuzzy word right?
To me, it will be a lot like handling a loss of a loved one, even though the relationship is professional, and care must be taken on both sides to avoid any transferrance (when you fall in love or serious like with your therapist), it still is important to acknowledge how you feel about it and work towards the end, through stages.
I won't allow myself to go backwards, as I have done a lot of hard work to get here, and I am beginning to experience the fruits of that work in the form of being healthier in body, mind and spirit. Weight loss has joined the rest of the participants in a new and improving me, but it by no means is an only child.
I'm going to need to do a bit of reading and most certainly we will discuss the end of our client-therapist relationship, they are trained to deal with ending the sessions so I feel hopeful that any problems or concerns will be addressed in the time we have left.
I may need to take a walk this afternoon even though I already went to the gym. I can safely say this is the first day I have been really sad in many weeks, actually months. Tears are right on the verge, but I'm fighting them back knowing I WILL BE OK.
Yep, I'll be fine. Soon it will be time to spread my wings and fly on my own!
Peace to all. Onward!
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1548 kcal
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Fat: 62.12g | Prot: 99.68g | Carbs: 166.74g.
Breakfast: crunchy granola bar oat, half and half, coffee. Lunch: Baby Swiss Cheese, Kraft Light Mayo, Flatout Low Fat Wrap. Dinner: olive oil, Publix Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, green beans, Uncle Bens Whole Grain Rice, red beans. Snacks/Other: Weight Watchers Ice Cream Bars - Giant Chocolate Fudge, graham crackers, peanut butter. more...
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3530 kcal
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Exercise:
Weight Training (moderate) - 30 minutes, Resting - 15 hours and 50 minutes, Stretching (yoga) - 15 minutes, Housework - 1 hour, Sleeping - 6 hours, Walking (exercise) - 3.5/mph - 25 minutes. more...
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Jan- You are going to be just fine! Probably a few rough days but hold on to the strength you have gained to see you through.
04 Apr 11 by member: HealthyBabs
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Thank you Babs, I'm having a rough day today but it will be okay.
04 Apr 11 by member: AuntieJan
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I'm sure after your walk, you'll feel a bit better. I know that works wonders for me. You've made some really great progress, you just need to look at how far you've come to see how amazing you are and that you can work through it. Everyone is here for you if you need any of us!
04 Apr 11 by member: BrandyRelaxing
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Thank you Brandy, walking has become one of my favorite things, especially when I get to do it outdoors. I'm sure we'll spend part of the time talking about accomplishments and reviewing goals for the future. I'm just a little sad today because I know I'll be losing an objective listener and someone that has cheered me on. I knew this day would come, but it doesn't make it any easier. Thanks again!
04 Apr 11 by member: AuntieJan
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As you stated, it was inevitable that your therapist would move on. It is wonderful that you have such a great fit with her. It is natural and normal that you are saddened by this event, but it is also part of the extensive growth you are experiencing. You are a strong, resilient woman and you will learn more about yourself and continue to blossom. My prayers remain with you.
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Oh Jan, any loss is sad - but be glad that you had this person in your life when you needed them, knowing that they were the band-aid at that moment in time that you needed to heal. Taking off a band-aid is never easy, but the pain is short and then we can be happy that underneath we have healed - enjoy your walk, know that you are not the person who first met the therapist, you are now stronger and growing stronger.....
05 Apr 11 by member: triaby
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