It is definitely possible. There are natural multiples, multiples who experienced some kind of trauma that isn't abuse, and then multiples who experienced abuse... the question of "what makes a multiple" is really in MY opinion a religious argument best left alone - created or evolved, we are here.
Many people who would diagnose you will disagree with that. But I really think that is their problem.
I think the important thing to remember, despite the fear, is that you will probably get farther listening to your experience and the experience of your mates if you don't take a particular stand on trauma. If no one remembers any, cool. If someone does, then deal with it as it comes up.
It doesn't make anyone damaged or superior, either way... it's just information. Don't feel pressured to provide a perfect answer for why you are, basically, you. That's just who you are.
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Date: 2004-02-17 02:14 pm (UTC)Many people who would diagnose you will disagree with that. But I really think that is their problem.
I think the important thing to remember, despite the fear, is that you will probably get farther listening to your experience and the experience of your mates if you don't take a particular stand on trauma. If no one remembers any, cool. If someone does, then deal with it as it comes up.
It doesn't make anyone damaged or superior, either way... it's just information. Don't feel pressured to provide a perfect answer for why you are, basically, you. That's just who you are.
Shandra