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Comment by Arlene on 04 Dec 2010 at 3:15 pm<\/p>\n

What amazes me is your candid frank discussions of your past without fear in your voice! I am inspired by you. The fact that you have overcome your abusive past and can maintain a sense of humor despite all the negativism surrounding you is nothing short of a true miracle. I loved that you were at ease and able to laugh some. I agree with others who say your story is meant to be shared. I hope you and Dr. Baer continue to shed light on MPD. The interview on Mr. Rogers show really explained a lot. I hope to hear more. What did Dr. Baer think of you after the interview? Was he angry? Being that this was your first interview live did you freak out or need to study or prepare answers ahead of time? Regardless of what anyone thinks I thought you and Dr. Baer did great! You compliment each other! His professionalism and your kind spirit! Congratulations on your first live interview. Hope to hear more!<\/p>\n

Thank you.<\/p>\n

Arlene<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Dear Arlene,<\/p>\n

Thank you for sharing! Your thoughts are right on target. I do my best to share my journey. I no longer fear my past and therefore I’m able to share in confidence. I\u2019m a survivor. My sense of humor comes from being able to move forward. I can’t diminish my past abuse. It happened. Instead, it’s my desire to bring hope. If I allow myself to wallow in self-pity, I will spiritually die. By moving on without fear, I’m helping others see that there can be sunshine instead of darkness. I believe in letting go of anger, and that laughter is the best medicine. Without my optimism, my abusers might have destroyed my spirit.<\/p>\n

I did not ask what Dr. Baer thought of me at the end of the interview. Angry? I’m not sure I understand why he would be. I think he thought it went well. The Illumination interview was not pre-planned. It was live and we answered questions as they came. Mr. Roger and Sam did a great job. I believe it went well, too! \u00a0We have done interviews together before. We have a shared an experience like no other. We are a great team, and do our best to share in a respectful, hopeful way. I do not think Dr. Baer would think any less of me no matter what. We respect each other. And that’s what matters most.<\/p>\n

Thank you for your support and encouragement! I’m sure if we are asked, Dr. Baer and I will continue to share our story in interviews for as long as there continues to be an interest in multiplicity and healing.<\/p>\n

Wishing you all my best!<\/p>\n

Karen<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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