Immersion Therapy – Fear
November 26, 2008 by Tracee Sioux
Filed under Parenting
I shook like a leaf the whole time and had to choke by tears when I admitted I feared my mother’s disapproval of my mothering. I spoke for nearly 10 minutes and relied almost exclusively on my notes.
But, I did it. I put myself out there.
I brought my dream board (though I basically hid it behind me and refused to allow anyone to get too close – which is a little better than behind the dresser where I keep usually keep it when people come over, so no one will know quite how ambitious I am).
I never want to do it again so I emailed the organizer and told her to put me on the schedule as often as possible and I’ll take all cancellations.
I’m going with immersion therapy in an attempt to conquer my fear.
WTG, Tracee!
Immersion Therapy is such a fantastic idea. Did you record the video with the intention of putting it on your blog? That increases the difficulty level exponentially. You don’t believe in giving yourself little challenges do you?
While listening to you speak, I was engaged and eager to hear more. Partly due to your subject matter and personality, and partly because your story and the expression of your thoughts showed me that we are kindred spirits.
Then, of course, you confirmed it by ending on my favorite quote from one of my all-time favorite authors.
Yeah, you’re awesome.
I recorded myself thinking I was like a football player who needs to see what they are doing in order to improve.
You were great, and your natural engaging personality shined through. Well done!
Tracee,
This is awesome. I’m proud of you for facing down your fears this way. I love it.
Jeanne
This is so badass, so brave, so beautiful!
THANK YOU for putting yourself out there like this!
I’m inspired to do something brave today.