Dr. Thistle: Apple White, please come on in. (Walks over to chair as Apple walks in) Tell me what's on your mind? (takes a seat)
Apple: (takes a seat on the couch) It's about Raven. I'm sure you know about Legacy Day and how she refused to sign the book. While I'm glad she didn't go *poof* like the Headmaster thought, I'm still concerned.
Dr. Thistle: About whatApple: About the story. Doesn't Raven realize what her actions mean for the rest of us in the story? What about the dwarves? The Prince? And, I know it sounds selfish, but what about me? Don't I get a say? What's going to happen to me? To everyone else involved? What kind of ending are we supposed to have if she won't play her part? All this uncertainty is really scaring me.
Dr. Thistle: I see. It seems that you are afraid of the unknown. You like having things planned out and always like to know what to expect. You know the projected outcome and wish to see it through. Tell me, did something happen to you that would cause you to develop this fear?
Apple: Well, yes. When I was little, I fell down the well. It was so dark and scary. I didn't know what was going to happen to me. I didn't know if anyone was ever going to find me.
Dr. Thistle: Your fears are well founded. It's natural to want to preserve the story and carry on the legacy your parents had created. You, the dwarves and your prince get a Happily Ever After. But, have you considered what happens to Raven?
Apple: Well, I'm sure she'll be alright. I mean, I know she's not as evil as her mother but she still has to be evil in order for the story to work.
Dr. Thistle: I just find it interesting how concerned you were for the dwarves, the prince and yourself but I never heard you say anything about Raven. Why weren't you wondering about Raven?
Apple: I always thought Raven was pretty strong-willed and could take care of herself. She's pretty resourceful. I respect her in that regard.
Dr. Thistle: I'm glad you hold Raven to such a high esteem. Have you considered how this might look from Raven's perspective? It's normal for the Prince and Princess to have a happily ever after and not the villain. Why should see play a role she doesn't feel comfortable playing? Especially if it involves hurting people? Do you believe Raven to be like that?
Apple: No! Raven has been one of the nicest people I have met!
Dr. Thistle: So why should she be forced to be something she's not, which is evil?
Apple: But, it's part of the story. It's our job to tell the story just like our parents.
Dr. Thistle: And who says it is?
Apple: Headmaster Grimm.
Dr. Thistle: And why does he have that much authority over your life? Your story? You Apple are the author of your own story. Not the Headmaster and certainly not your parents.
Apple: But, what happens at the end? Do I still get my happily ever after?
Dr. Thistle: If there is one thing I have learned in this life is that not everything is set in stone. Life is full of experiences, good and bad and we don't know when they will happen or how they will affect us. There are twists and turns that have many possible outcomes and you have a choice in how you handle them. It's easy to follow a path that has been set before you where you know the outcome, but it's not really your story. There's not a predetermined path that is a one size fit all. Your mother's story is special because it's hers.
Apple: I like my mother's story and I want it to happen to me.
Dr. Thistle: And who's to say you won't get the same type of happily ever after as she did? It takes a brave person to write their own story, to make their own path.
Apple: But I'm still afraid. That I can't live up to the legacy on my own.
Dr. Thistle: And that's normal. Many people have certain expectations to live up to. We have to decide who's expectations are important; other's or yourself. So what, Apple, do you expect of yourself?
Apple: I want to be a good ruler just like my mother.
Dr. Thistle: And I'm sure you will, by your own merits. Now, I do plan to speak to Raven at some point and after that, I would like to have a group session with the two of you. I feel that once you two hear each other's viewpoint you might have a better understanding of one another. I will be sure to inform you when that might be. Is there anything else you'd like to share?
Apple: Not at this time. Thank you so much for listening Dr. Thistle.
Dr. Thistle: Any time Apple. (Watches Apple leave. Takes off spectacles) Another thorn pulled from the paw.
A little background on Dr. Thistle. She is an elf; similar features to Arwen from LOTR. She wears nice business suits with cool colors, ex. black blazer and skirt with a blue blouse with a purple and green scarf. She wears glasses and has hazel eyes and long brown hair which is usually up on a messy bun. She is always accepting new patients so if you (and by you I mean OC) would like to have a session, please leave a message and we'll work out the details
