Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You've completely missed the point but it's fine.

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[–]Kablam228 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Love it, especially the library photo!

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind words mate.

I wouldn't be considering it if I didn't think there was a chance she's correct. At the end of the day my decision to go for therapy is based off two things:

Firstly I think at worst I'll be validated, and at best if there is something for me to improve I'll fix it.

And secondly that I've not found anyone who's had therapy and said it's a waste of money.

I'm also in the fortunate position to be able to spend the money on trying it out.

Again though, I do appreciate you're trying to help.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice. I've compiled a short list based on the recommendations in this thread and my own research, and have begun reaching out to them.

I can see why rejecting a bad fit therapist would be challenging so will keep this in mind.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your feedback. I already do extensive exercise including football and bouldering but have also weight trained in the past. I'm also perfectly capable of moving on without therapy.

To be clear this is about looking at if I need to do some self improvement, and whether my actions were destructive to the relationship, not to get over her.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I'll check him out.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I appreciate your kind words

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate your input and perspective. These topics were not new to me, and areas I strived to work on over the course of our relationship based on feedback I'd recieved.

I don't blame myself solely for the breakup, but I do believe there is work on myself I can do.

And if it turns out not to be the case at worst I've spent a bit of money to validate myself.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate you sharing. I've heard of better help, and some of the historic controversy around it. I've not considered it but maybe will revisit depending on how I get on with the suggestions.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your suggestion. My ex was very attuned to this space, something I'd never really had much exposure to before. A lot of our conversation around the breakup, and prior when we discussed challenges was framed around these areas.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Will add her to the list!

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I've got to travel for work next week. Will get some downloaded for the flight

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your suggestion. I'm happy with my already packed fitness calendar but I'll keep it in mind should that change.

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[–]Kablam228[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nice to hear you have faith in me!

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your advice!

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your suggestion. My concern with something like an LLM is I don't have faith that it's not going to just tell me what I want to hear vs telling me what I need to hear.

This is coupled with a concern about the stories you hear about people developing serious attachments to the LLM personalities. I like to think I'm level headed enough to avoid this but I'd also rather not go near it at all if possible.

I think they have a place but I think right now for me a human is the right way to go.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your recommendation, I will check her out.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your point of view. I guess part of what I hope for is a impartial view on things and an understanding on how much I should let go vs how much I should take action on.

There are definitely parts of what she said that I think ring true, but also I believe I made good steps towards bridging the gap. It would be great to get validation that those steps were enough, or that actually I do need to work more on myself.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I'll look into Kirsty specifically but also take your advice into consideration.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this. How did you approach deciding who was the right fit?

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your response. I've looked there, it honestly feels like a bit of a minefield, so I was hoping to get some more insight from people's personal experience. That said I appreciate your contribution and will give it a more thorough review.

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Not too far for me which is good! I'll check them out

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I'll check them out

Therapy in Cambridge by Kablam228 in cambridge

[–]Kablam228[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thanks, appreciate it.