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From: Michelle Graber
Date: 04 Oct 2004
Time: 00:27:20 -0500
Remote Name: 24.177.99.1
This letter reminds me of a scenario that could be found in a movie. The tone of this letter is very supporting and upbeat. It is very clever that the author chose to write to his former self. If only he could've actually received this letter in his 16th birthday. This thought leaves me wondering if the younger Paul Goldstein would've taken the same journey towards fluency if he'd have gotten this letter (since the letter would serve as positive influence on him). I would imagine that he may have gone through therapy with (possibly?) more confidence, which may have had a positive effect on his success in therapy. Also, I believe this letter-writing idea may prove to be an effective therapy tool. It could be helpful to have clients reflect on past experiences in this way. Also, if a client wrote to his/her future self, this letter could prove to be a nice outcome measurement in the future. I am curious to know if anyone has used this type of task in therapy, and if it proved to be helpful. My credit goes to the author for providing an uplifting snapshot of 2 very different times in his life. Thank you.