kay, so the first therapy session sounds like it went great and I am happy about that.
We feed the monster.
I agree that a lot of the behaviors we instinctively go to will make things worse. I also agree that tip-toeing around and avoiding does more harm than good. I am very glad your counselor will be supporting you as you work your way through this.
My counselor says it's awareness and once the 'lights go on' and change is inevitable. You can't unlearn it. Growth is on the horizon. I will keep coming back. I need to.
Yes. I agree with this too. Congratulations on starting the process!