Elizabeth
Elizabeth didn't miss a single thing. She saw the way Maea shrunk in her chair, suddenly losing the gentle easiness that had carried through their conversation. There was no doubt that she'd read into the chosen words and subtle meanings, but she was confident in her assessment, and if they were going to continue this relationship, they'd need to respect each other enough to be open.
As the Ancient accepted the journal, the therapist let out a soft sigh, its warmth like a comforting breeze to soothe any ruffled emotions. "Maea. That wasn't meant to reprimand you. I only mean to say that negative self-talk - no matter how humorously delivered - isn't something I tolerate." Her eyes searched Maea's face, looking for any indication of what may have triggered the avoidant reaction, but she always found it was better to just ask. "What about my words bothered you? Or perhaps it wasn't the words. Was it something in my tone that struck a nerve?" She'd certainly been firm, although not harsh by any means.
As the Ancient accepted the journal, the therapist let out a soft sigh, its warmth like a comforting breeze to soothe any ruffled emotions. "Maea. That wasn't meant to reprimand you. I only mean to say that negative self-talk - no matter how humorously delivered - isn't something I tolerate." Her eyes searched Maea's face, looking for any indication of what may have triggered the avoidant reaction, but she always found it was better to just ask. "What about my words bothered you? Or perhaps it wasn't the words. Was it something in my tone that struck a nerve?" She'd certainly been firm, although not harsh by any means.
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength,
while loving someone deeply gives you courage.
while loving someone deeply gives you courage.
