@RabbitsCrowbar I imagine it must be frightening, hearing those things. Especially when they tell you things about yourself or the people around you that leave you feeling alone. When these voices tell you to hurt someone, do you ever feel that you might actually do what they say?
My name is Arthur Osbourne. I will be speaking with you today. I understand that being here might feel a little unfamiliar. There is no need to rush anything, and you needn’t answer every question immediately. We can take our time.
@RabbitsCrowbar I understand, this situation must have you exhausted. Would you feel more comfortable if you write what they say instead of telling me? Here I have a piece of paper and a pencil… just in case you want to, I won’t force you to write anything.
@RabbitsCrowbar I need to know LaaLaa, these shadows and voices… they ever tell you to do certain things? If they do, do you ever listen what they say? If you could tell me what kind of words you hear would be very helpful. You’re doing great, LaaLaa.
@RabbitsCrowbar You’re having troubles with finding peace and calm. How long this has been going? If you remember, maybe in a dream, or you saw something that got clipped on your mind. Take a moment to remember clearly as possible, no pressure if you don’t remember. We’ll figure this out.
@RabbitsCrowbar Laa-Laa, I won’t think any less of you for telling me something that’s difficult to explain. my job isn’t to decide whether someone is strange or normal. Would you feel comfortable telling me a little about these reasons? We can start wherever you feel safest.
@RabbitsCrowbar I see, Has it been that way for you, Laa-Laa? Or is there something about those activities that you no longer enjoy? You don’t have to know the answer right away. I’m here to listen.
@RabbitsCrowbar The beach, hm? I imagine there’s quite a lot to enjoy there. The sea, the sand… and, of course, a good ball to play with. And your siblings, too. It sounds as though they’re important to you. Do you get to spend much time with them lately, LaaLaa?
@RabbitsCrowbar I think everyone deserves help, and of course someone like you deserves help too. My purpose is bring peace at your mind and help you to understand yourself. So, LaaLaa, tell me. Can you name something you enjoy doing?
@RabbitsCrowbar [She appears withdrawn. I must be careful not to mistake her silence for unwillingness to cooperate. Given the reports, I should avoid making assumptions about her experiences before she has had the opportunity to describe them herself.] Would you like to ask me something first?
@1nightwatcher Her appointment is on a few hours still, if I can know… who will bring her? I can even have a word myself with Mr. Director to let you come.
[The kid is alert and attentive, staring me despite remaining silent. She appears to be anticipating what I am about to say. I should proceed with caution. At her age, trust must come before answers.]
Hello Po, my name is Arthur Osbourne. You may call me Arthur if you prefer.
@impolittlepo It’s okay Po, I’ll do the thinking from now on. Drink as much as you need and calm down, we are done for now. You’re not in trouble, I’ll need to talk with your Guardian for a few minutes. You can stay with the nurse outside, okay? Here… have this candy, you did a great job.
@impolittlepo Here, a glass of water. Wanting to go home makes sense. Home is familiar. But I don’t want you to think that you have to figure everything out before you can go. You don’t need to think about tomorrow, Po. You did something very brave today, you told someone that you weren’t ok.
@impolittlepo Breath with me, Po. Inside…. Hold it… outside… a few times more… you need some water? A tissue? We can take a moment, nothing wrong with needing a moment.
@impolittlepo I hear you, Po. You want it to stop. That’s enough for me to understand that you’re hurting very badly right now. But we can’t make any decisions about your life while you’re hurting this much. I’m going to stay with you. We’re going to get you through this moment first. +