Hello ! Here is Doris and Morris. Of course. Doris and Morris are the very best neighbors I have ever had. A horse, of course! Doris is the pretty chestnut mare, and Morris is the beautiful black gelding. Doris is younger, and spunky, and she happily canters over every afternoon for her very favorite treat -- pieces of bread. Bread, bread, bread! Doris could eat a whole loaf of bread every single … [Read more...]
Three Difficult Scenarios involving Father
It’s Father’s Day. Fathers. Fathers are as difficult a topic for dissociative trauma survivors as mothers. I decided I would recognize this day by writing briefly about a few of the common but complicated topics connected to fathers. I can feel the shuddering going on already. How difficult are these situations for you? A. Saying no to your father According to childhood rules, it’s really not … [Read more...]
Don’t Touch My Stuff !!
Through the years, some of the most popular articles of the Discussing Dissociation blog has been about compulsive hoarding. Compulsive Hoarding and Dissociative Disorders Land of the Free? I can’t explain their popularity on this blog, other than the way a rash of television programs have increased the awareness of the complications about hoarding. However, hoarding issues are typically … [Read more...]
I Just don’t Understand Perpetrators!
*** This is a difficult post and it is meant for your older parts. Please note -- it could be triggering to many within your system. Please check this article with your internal leaders before letting your littles or sensitive ones read any further. Thanks, Kathy. *** Recently, I witnessed a fight between some wild animals that was particularly upsetting to see. There is no need to go into great detail about … [Read more...]
The Bullying Bird
Continuing on with the magpie stories, I’m pleased to tell you about another interesting magpie. Please note – I am not an expert on magpies by any means. I write stories based only on my personal observations and personal experiences with the birds themselves. I really know nothing about them! Also, please note – this story has a few sections that could be upsetting for young readers. Please let your older … [Read more...]
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