One of the themes running through The Devil Wears Prada 2 was that most of the characters were never quite able to say what they wanted. Miranda couldn’t share her thanks and admiration for second in command Nigel, who in turn could not ask his boss for what he wanted, ie recognition and promotion. and Emily wanted Andrea’s friendship but backed off from asking for it, even though she was desperate for contact and affection.
On my counselling days I often see this in therapy. The unsaid, the not asked for, the I’m not worthy, the fear of rejection.
I’ve seen it in my own life, and in the life of others close to me, in fact it’s a central theme to one of my most favourite film scenes….the ferry scene in My Best Friend’s Wedding
I’ve done it today , and feel better for it, even though the outcome wasn’t the best 🌈❤️
Hey ho
I’m relaxing watching Andre Rieu on tv ….a beer in hand , Roger is playing with Bun and Weaver upstairs
God only knows how that happened ….they are racing around like lunatics
Mary is on my knee
Yes! To tell the truth to ourselves and to others. X
ReplyDeleteI no longer ask for what I want, too many knock backs have made me realise I'm not meant to receive the things I need/want. I'll settle for a peaceful life and the love of my dog.
ReplyDeleteI find it really difficult to put my needs/wants ahead of others. I do try occasionally, but it makes me feel very uncomfortable. I'll fight for my loved ones' needs and wants, but for me... I guess it really is a case of "I'm not worthy"!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to hear that the children are happily playing upstairs, while the adults enjoy a bit of relaxation! I just hope the fun and games doesn't end in tears. (Either theirs or yours!) xx
Hope nothing comes to grief (or fracture) with the youngsters playing upstairs unsupervised. I'm sure that Mary is grateful for your company in the peace and quiet of downstairs.
ReplyDeleteR and I have set spending limits each month and bills, gasoline, and groceries don't count for either of us!
Hugs!