Ron Van Dyke~ 08-02-2013: RELATIONSHP MIRRORS & DEFENSE MECHANISMS

There is no area in my life where I feel more inadequate and immature than relationships involving my sexual nature. I believe most, if not all, humans have deep-seated issues in this area; and I don't believe many of us are healed. Since yesterday, when so many were giving me advise -- actually, even before that -- I have been taking personal inventory of my experiences. Today, I am going to share as openly and honestly as I can some of my very personal issues. This will make many people uncomfortable, since most will mirror painful experiences others have had as well. I want to make it very clear that, whatever I have experienced is not about the individuals with whom I interacted, but about me. Each is a reflection of my own issues, whether I like admitting that or not. There are lots of judgments here; and I know I need to forgive myself and others for perceived wounds. If I don't do this, I will never heal. It is my sincere hope that all of us will choose to heal, and to help each other heal