Honest, Heartfelt Listening
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If there's anything that my time online has taught me, it's that some people have an easier time talking to a complete stranger about their troubles than they do with even their closest friends. While some might consider this odd, or a sign that maybe you aren't as good of a friend as you like to believe; I feel that it's a very common and normal occurrence.
As much as we love them, our friends have their own image of who we are (to them) and what sort of person we are (while around them). This may or may not be who we are to everyone else, and it may not even be who we really are. Not because we're pretending, but because as humans, we naturally play off of the personalities of others.
There's nothing wrong with that, but sometimes we just want to get something off our chests without concerning ourselves with being offered advice (no matter how well-intentioned).
I've been told my whole life that I am a naturally good listener. I go into every conversation (even with those I know well) with no expectations, no preconceived notions, no judgements. In addition, I try to piece together the information that is being given to me, in order to offer it back to the speaker not as advice but as a fresh point of view. As a rule, I try to avoid giving advice (Ex: You should _____" or "If I were you _______") and instead prefer to help people find their own solutions to whatever their problems are.
Are you in need of someone to honestly, and earnestly listen to you? I would be honored.
Training & Qualifications
I have no formal degrees or training, but if you aren't totally satisfied I will more than gladly provide a refund.
It also goes without saying that "doctor/patient confidentiality" absolutely applies here. Your troubles are safe with me.
Availability & Preferences
Sunday thru Thursday: 12:00 -21:00 EST
Friday and Saturday: 12:00 - 19:00 EST