Comment by Lauren on 30 Aug 2009 at 2:43 pm

Hi Karen,

I finished the book this afternoon, and I must say that you are such a strong individual. The book was very gripping, and when I finished I felt content to know that you have not had another dissociative episode since.

Also, do not let rude comments like the one from “F” be a burden to you in any way. Clearly, that person has many problems and a horrible mindset.

Best Wishes,

Lauren

Dear Lauren,

Thank you for your kind thoughts and compliments!  I’m glad you finished reading my story.  I find it amazing myself that I haven’t had another dissociative episode.  I admit, there were a few times I wished I could escape within myself, maybe at least keep one alter, but that was just unrealistic thinking on my part.  My alters may have helped me survive through a horrific childhood, but they were not so helpful to me as an adult.  My alters caused more chaos than I could cope with in the real world.  Integration was the best decision my alters made.  I’ve grown and need to live as one.  I no longer need to dissociate.

Thank you for your concern over F’s comment.  I promise not to allow rude comments such as his to get me down. People like him are not worth my stressing over. I know that I have survived, healed, and moved away from people like him.  F is not a burden to me.  Unfortunately, there are other’s like him; he’s not the first to write me with a rude comment, and most likely won’t be the last.  Seriously, I believe he needs help.  I hope he reads my blog answers and seeks a therapist ASAP.

Have a good day!

Karen