Childhood attachments shape the therapeutic relationship in the same way that they form other relationships outside therapy. Those who expect to be loved often make sure others love them, while those who expect to be neglected might evoke
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“Childhood attachments shape the therapeutic relationship in the same way that they form other relationships outside therapy. Those who expect to be loved often make sure others love them, while those who expect to be neglected might evoke neglect.”
― Emotional Inheritance: A Therapist, Her Patients, and the Legacy of Trauma
― Emotional Inheritance: A Therapist, Her Patients, and the Legacy of Trauma
“How dare you,” he said, his voice rising. “A woman telling me what pregnancy is. Who do you think you are?” She seemed surprised by the question. “A woman,” she said.”
― Lessons in Chemistry
― Lessons in Chemistry
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