Today was Day 8 of the Trauma Retreat which can otherwise be known as an EMDR Intensive. We tackled 2 more triggers today, my dad's death from AML and my POTS diagnosis and my continual struggle with it. We did some positive future resource building on my POTS and dealing with my inner critic. We did a little bit more parts work and identified some of the values my wise adult possesses. We also talked through defense mechanisms, how to challenge negative thoughts and several other helpful things. I was also challenged that instead of Keeping it Real (like I like to do) that I should consider Keeping it Kind. This really needs to start with me being kind to myself. It's something I will ponder on.
Then they set me loose - just kidding!
They dropped me off downtown Denver at a hotel I'd reserved for my next part of this adventure. I knew that I would need to spend more time healing after finishing up my EMDR adventure so I'm not headed back to AZ (home) just yet. Stay tuned for more adventure updates!
I had to enjoy some VooDoo Doughnuts! I picked the Voodoo Doll, Portland Cream, and Old Dirty Bastard. (Vegan - I have a severe intolerance to egg but thankfully not gluten!!!)
I wandered LoDo (Lower Downtown Denver) and found some neat buildings and art!
I walked to Union Station from my hotel to see if I wanted to do it in the morning with my luggage. We'll see what I decide in the morning...
I was able to stop into one of my favorite bookstores that usually never open when I come through Denver because of the hours I'm there and scored this awesome book used. I can't wait to read it!
Until tomorrow!
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