How is attachment to my therapist a sign of healing when it hurts more than my original pain?
Ah, the pain thing. Therapy can be painful and often is. You’re letting go of some of the maladaptive defenses, and the avoiding, and the self-kidding that cushioned you from pain but stopped your growth. That hurts.
I had a frozen shoulder, and the physical therapist tortured me, and I cursed him, and I got back the use of my arm.
My personal trainer made me run on the damn stupid treadmill because aerobic exercise will make me healthier and live longer. Sadistic bastard.
Surgery to fix things almost always hurts. I was attached to that gallbladder; I had it for years!
People who think every moment of therapy is going to be filled with soothing and comfort, like a Thai foot massage? They should go get a Thai foot massage.
Seriously, it can hurt sometimes, at least a little, but your therapist will be there with you, providing watchful care and making sure you’re safe.