Therapist meets Rory, a compulsive arsonist. Rory discusses their difficulty controlling outbursts and their emotional impact. They reflect on their father's perception of atypical abilities as a disease. Introduction of the pyroglobe device to aid individuals with fire-based abilities.
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Rory desires understanding and acceptance of their abilities, allowing for controlled outbursts throughout the day.
The therapist suggests that enjoying a teacher's class may improve Rory's performance and discusses Rory's father's negative perception of atypicals.
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Patient with compulsive arsonist habits seeks help
The podcast episode features a patient, Rory, who has been sent to therapy due to conflicts with authority figures over destructive behavior. Rory describes these outbursts as a compulsive habit, but the therapist suspects there may be more to it. As the session progresses, Rory explains that the outbursts feel like pressure in their head, tingling in their arms, and a need to wave their hands. The therapist encourages Rory to assume they believe them and tries to understand the experiences. They discuss Rory's father's lack of belief in their abilities and how Rory sees their powers as a natural part of themselves. The therapist offers a device called a pyroglobe to help Rory control their abilities without medication, leading to a positive conclusion.
School experiences and finding a creative outlet
Rory talks about their experiences in school, noting that some teachers are understanding while others are not. They mention enjoying chemistry class where they can have outbursts without drawing attention. Rory highlights that their English teacher is less supportive, causing difficulties in class. The therapist suggests that enjoying a teacher's class may make classes go better, leading to a discussion on how Rory's abilities are viewed as a burden by their father. Rory expresses a desire for more people to understand and accept their abilities, allowing for smaller, controlled outbursts throughout the day.
Challenges with communication and family dynamics
The session delves into Rory's family dynamics, specifically their father's negative perception of atypicals and his desire for Rory to be on medication. The therapist empathizes with Rory's father, noting that he may worry about Rory's safety without fully understanding their abilities. Rory expresses frustration with their father's lack of understanding and communication. The therapist encourages Rory to see things from their father's perspective and explains that their father's experience with Rory's mother's abilities may have shaped his current views. The session ends with a positive note as the therapist introduces a device to help Rory control their abilities and mentions the possibility of involving the father in future sessions.
The Bright Sides | Dr. Bright finally has a reason to use her fire extinguisher. Written and sound designed by Mischa Stanton. Performed by Julia Morizawa and Sammi Lappin.
