Reflections of an adult DLS client

January 26, 2004

When I first thought about doing this listening therapy I was not sure how I would feel about it. I have a son who has autism who went through the program. We saw some positive, amazing changes in him so of course I wanted to go through it to feel and experience what my son experienced. I also feel it was a way I could have a special connection with him. However there was a part of me that was hesitant because I was scared and nervous. I was having these feelings because I am a woman who most people see as this very strong, confident woman. I do believe on the outside I can be described as this, however on the inside I am very different. I use the words fragile, sensitive, insecure, and afraid to allow my self to feel or to express my true feelings. I believe my exterior is a defensive mechanism for my inside. So as you can understand I was a bit uneasy about my inside being exposed not only to myself but possibly to others as well.

Well I had made the decision that it was time to explore and begin to deal with my inside as scared as I was. I began the listening therapy and I was truly amazed. I was amazed at what I was handling emotionally. The most exciting part was the feeling of this inner strength inside of me somewhere deep in the middle of my body slowly growing and growing. As this inner strength grew I began to see many changes within myself. I became more confident, stronger, and most importantly, calmer. I began to see and understand situations differently. I was able to deal with situations and circumstances in a different manner. I truly believe my inside (inner strength) is beginning to match my outside (what everybody else sees) and I can't tell you how incredible this truly is. The most exciting part is how others such as friends and family are amazed at how calm, confident, independent, and stronger I have become. I love to hear people say "You look so good!" and "You're different somehow." People are telling me I look happier and are asking what I'm doing so they can do it too.

I feel that as I continue to grow inside and have a better understanding of myself I will be someone I really wanted to always be. I believe from here I will be able to do some incredible things that will matter not just to me and my children but to others someday.

Thank you Kathy and Diane for helping me find who I truly am and giving me the chance to be able to make a difference someday!

Signed,
S.C.

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