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Stockholm Syndrome
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion 
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Stockholm Syndrome The ties in this keep aren’t made of rope, no shiny bracelets caress my wrists, it’s more a change inside, one of hope a twist of mind that pushes, insists. And this strange form of rough, muslin dress, does reflect light in me, plain and pure. In dreams, thoughts of family are suppressed, what I do, to survive, to endure. I believe them now, what they tell me, I was chosen as one of his brides. By lying and praying quietly, I’ll receive the blessing he provides. © 2003 Core |
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wranx Member Elite
since 2002-06-07
Posts 3689Moved from a shack to a barn |
Insightful. Placing yourself within anothers' plight.....troubling. Done with deft understatement. Done with deep understanding. Solid work. |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
You know I worry about this young girl...not because I don't have faith in her...but because I fear that her father doesn't consider the danger to his family when he allows drifter handymen that can not be trusted to come into his house to do odd jobs...James |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (sigh) This is very heartfelt, sweet friend, I don't much about this story so I can't really say my thoughts on it well but I can say your words deeply delve with sincerity! (big hugggssssss) This is powerful, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Corinne, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
You show a gift of empathy--and there is so much to be said about this subject, that I'll give you a break and not even begin--chuckle! You covered the subject very well without my butting in... Enjoyed much, Corinne. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Ed, James, Noah and Serenity Blaze - thank you! Noah, this is dedicated to Elizabeth Smart. One of the theories psychologists have for Elizabeth not escaping her captives is described as "Stockholm Syndrome," where the captives begin to trust and identify with their captors - the mind's way of self-protection and survival. Ed - it wasn't easy, and I'm really hoping it doesn't come off the wrong way. Sounds like from your take, it doesn't. Thank you! Core |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
I think you've succeeded nicely, Corinne... The treachery mind games can do to people is frightful, isn't it? |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
An excellent writing, Corinne, and as Ed said, solid! |
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wranx Member Elite
since 2002-06-07
Posts 3689Moved from a shack to a barn |
No, you did this perfectly. It could only be taken as a write from one that cares. From one that seeks to understand. |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
I thought of Elizabeth Smart as soon as I saw the title. How sad what she went through. Thank you Corinne for helping us see how it was for her. Nice write.  Elizabeth It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got... |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Agonizing thing to think about, but you handled it with such grace and empathy that it became a bit easier. A nice piece of writing, this. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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ecrivan Member Elite
since 2001-12-10
Posts 3923my own state |
interesting way of expressing a certain mind game that is as you say for our means of survival and was neatly portrayed in films like the Collector. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Thank you all for your kind, considerate comments. Ed, thanks for coming back - your validation is most heart-felt. Corinne |
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Aenimal Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-18
Posts 7350the ass-end of space |
Beautiful write, you have such a knack for creating the perfect mood and images to compliment them. As for our protaganist, while the situation surrounding it begs many questions, I'm just extremely happy she's safe and has been returned to her family. |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Thank you, Aenimal! It was amazing news to hear of her safe return! She was very, very lucky. Core |
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Sven
since 1999-11-23
Posts 14937East Lansing, MI USA |
empathy indeed. . . well done, as always with that unique voice this can only be you. . . -------------------------------------------------------- To the world, you may only be one person. But to one person, you may be the world. |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Corinne--Your writing is always thoughtful and seeing with intelligance. Well done! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
A fine piece of empathetic writing! Warm springtime hugs, Linda |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
awesome write! wow! |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
This is a compassionate, compelling write... excellent work, Corinne! |
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Corinne Member Ascendant
since 1999-10-28
Posts 5167state of confusion |
Thank you all very much! Corinne |
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