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Voicelessness and Emotional Survival => Voicelessness and Emotional Survival Message Board => Topic started by: gratitude28 on May 22, 2008, 10:46:50 AM

Title: Proud of Myself
Post by: gratitude28 on May 22, 2008, 10:46:50 AM
I went to the dentist today and I was able to accept that she is there to help me, not to condemn me or look for things I a doing 'wrong.' I have appointments to deal with some issues with my teeth that have bothered me and I am looking forward to getting them taken care of.
Love, Beth
Title: Re: Proud of Myself
Post by: Gaining Strength on May 22, 2008, 10:52:43 AM
So wonderful to come online and see the title of your thread - Proud of Myself.  I'm proud of you too.

My brother has recently told me how the shame put on him as a child when he got a cavity, kept him from going to the dentist for YEARS until he developed significant trouble.  His wife helped him recognize that the shame was misplaced and helped him find a non-shaming dentist. 

I am so glad that you are able to get the work done that you need.  Proud of you Gratitude!!!
Title: Re: Proud of Myself
Post by: Leah on May 22, 2008, 11:54:44 AM


((( Beth )))

and proud to know you.

Love, Leah
Title: Re: Proud of Myself
Post by: gratitude28 on May 22, 2008, 12:01:15 PM
Thanks guys!! This is such a big thing for me. I have a clear schedule until I leave here and promised myself I would do these things. It has been, once again, a long time between visits for me. Thank you so much for the support! I always know I can count on ym friends here.
Love, Beth
Title: Re: Proud of Myself
Post by: LilyCat on May 22, 2008, 12:32:35 PM
Good for you, Beth!! I am so happy for you. You go, girl!

...if it makes you feel any better, I once went 10 years between d visits.
Title: Re: Proud of Myself
Post by: gratitude28 on May 22, 2008, 12:37:10 PM
Now don't give me any ideas, Lily :) Gosh, would I LOVE to go ten years between :) :)

Thank you so much!!!!
Love, Beth
Title: Re: Proud of Myself
Post by: Ami on May 22, 2008, 04:58:29 PM
Wow Lily Cat,
 That makes me feel better.
  Beth, you are doing great, really great. I am so proud of you!      Love  Ami
Title: Re: Proud of Myself
Post by: Iphi on May 22, 2008, 05:16:51 PM
gratitude - that is a huge step that you have done this.  It's a revolution!  I am proud of you too.   :D