Originally Posted by
BeYourself1 
For example, as I noted above, I wanted to feel wanted; I wanted validation, both physical and emotional. But, aside from the physical need, doesn't that contrast with the "goal" (I can't think of a better word here) of not needing others to validate our emotions? Does that make sense?
Thanks again guys, really
jmho, I think THAT is normal.
It is trying to get that from an A that is abnormal.
A bigger Big Book noted -- "It is Not Good for the Man (or Woman) to Be Alone."
When I get done with the Steps etc., I suspect we (Mrs. Hammer and I) may be having some real serious issues on that. Dunno. God's Will and God's Way.
But I do not plan on living in dysfunction forever.