I made a realisation today (I think)

As some of you might know, I have imaginary friends.
However, I know they're not really there.

I think it's simply my way of entertaining myself with stories and daydreams, except I pretend they're real when in a safe place to do so.

Should I mention this to my therapist?
I never spoke of that part of my world with a therapist before, so it's scary. But I feel like they might have some good insight into why I do this.

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robbie2499 · 61-69, F

I think you should mention it. That's what therapy is for.

LordBarbossa · 36-40, T

@robbie2499 This time around therapy is for me to transition into the man I identify as. I'm terrified of saying anything that will postpone the transition. But at the same time, I do want to be 100% open and honest.

robbie2499 · 61-69, F

@LordBarbossa I understand. If you're not open and honest I don't know that therapy will help.

DrWatson · 70-79, M

@LordBarbossa

Maybe don't think of therapy as a "test" to pass before transitioning. think of therapy as your best shot at transitioning in a healthy way. And that means you have to delve into all of yourself, including the part of you that talks with imaginary friends. If you keep this from your therapist, you are selling yourself short.

LordBarbossa · 36-40, T

@robbie2499 I mean... This realization makes my imaginary world seem less crazy, doesn't it? Atleast that's something.

robbie2499 · 61-69, F

@LordBarbossa I would think if you're self-aware enough to realize your imaginary world isn't real, that's half the battle right there.