In Session With Dr. Diamond

In Session With Dr. Diamond
Teaching Loving Lessons

The Swan and the Butterfly

When people experience loss, especially the loss of a loved one what is usually felt, regardless if the people are adults or children, is a powerful mourning period. This is a natural response. However, another response is also possible: the celebration of what can not be taken away or ever lost. The loving, tender times that have been spent together, represented in the many years and experiences that will always live inside, in our memories. These precious memories, by choice, can be recovered at any time. This not only becomes a sensitive tribute to the loved one who has now moved on, but is also a strong building of positive feelings in the midst of loss. Also, while those we love are alive and present it is vital to remember that each moment together is such a gift, so connected in a loving way to the best of who we are. These emotional elements are essential for adults to teach to children. Then, in the face of loss, of any kind, we can all learn to remain intact - - in a loving way.

When I wrote the Swan and the Butterfly, I thought about the people I had lost in my life. I realized that what was most important was to focus on what could never be taken away from me - - the loving experiences with these people that would always live within me. I fervently hope that this book will help you and all of those close to you to have peace and comfort, too - - in the presence of any loss in your life. Also, remember that each moment is to be treasured.

Dr. Wayne C. Diamond

Friday, January 29, 2010

The Life I've Always Wanted

I have so much to share and remember about Dr D ( my nickname for him- he had plenty of nicknames for me so it's only fair). I woke up this morning in a beautiful hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona next to the most wonderful woman I've ever dated. I felt joy as I held her in my arms and watched the morning light up our room. I felt excited for the new day. I was grateful for the life that I now share with her- a life full of love and adventure. As I write this I am amazed at the total transformation in my life from the man I was in 2005 when I first started working with Dr D. I was cynical, lonely and depressed. I was working at a job I hated and living in a town where I had no friends at all. He never gave up on me- and believe me, I tested him more than once to see if he would. The only thing that could make this day any better would be if I was in my weekly session with Wayne- which would have started 4 minutes ago. I miss him. But, what he said has been true- that nothing could take away what we shared. I'm so grateful for the time I spent in session with him. I look forward to reading what others shared and writing more at a later date. Thank you.
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  1. Leslie AnneFebruary 3, 2010 at 10:24 PM

    The wonderful thing is that it is true ... nothing can take away what you shared with Wayne. It's in your heart, your mind, your life --- just like it is for so many of us. All the love, learning, growing and care cannot be taken away. Your story is pure joy and I loved reading it!

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