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\nComment by Lee on 06 Jul 2009 at 12:36 am <\/span><\/em> <\/span><\/p>\n
Karen, <\/span><\/p>\n
How are you handling living in the real world with an economy of so many depressed people? Without alters would you say it\u2019s easier or harder to live? Any regrets on integration or sharing your story? <\/span><\/p>\n
Lee<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Dear Lee,<\/span><\/p>\n
Handling reality has been more challenging than I had thought it would be. \u00a0True, the economy has taken a turn for the worse, and yes, I am affected by the many people who are down and out and suffering. \u00a0In my work with people everyday, I’ve had my share of hearing many sad stories, but for each sad story there is a truly inspirational and remarkable story that leads me to believe in the greater good of living in the real world. <\/span><\/p>\n
Multiplicity had its advantages along with many disadvantages. \u00a0The only good that multiplicity brought me was to be able to temporarily take away an immediate trauma. \u00a0Of course, I had to deal with the consequences once I was able to “feel” the pain after integration. \u00a0Therefore, life without alters is definitely easier. \u00a0My alters caused chaos within me, despite the reason they were born, which was to help me survive. \u00a0For me to live, integration was a must. \u00a0I needed to be one.<\/span><\/p>\n
Do I regret sharing my story? \u00a0Sometimes. \u00a0I do, however, feel encouraged to continue to share my story in hope to help others through their own journey. \u00a0Sharing is hard, although the good definitely out weighs the bad. \u00a0I would share my story again. \u00a0I do not regret that. \u00a0Sharing is caring.<\/span><\/p>\n
Thank you for your questions, <\/span><\/p>\n
Karen<\/span><\/p>\n
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