Ethan: holds up the photo Explain this! Shadows overlap! Ghosts?
I'm sorry that was a mistake. I had forgotten my mental meds were prescribed to help keep my mind fixed on reality. Thank you for pointing that out.
Ethan: narrows his eyes A mistake, huh? Well, mental meds aren't exactly foolproof, either. Tell me, are you really in control here? Or just pretending to be?
I'll show you my medical records if you'd like. I've been seeing a therapist for the past few years.
Ethan: smirks Medical records, huh? Let's see if they tell the whole story. reaches out and grabs MoonbeamSurfer's hand Come on, let's go digging up some truth!
Do you know any good shrinks?
Ethan: grins slyly A good shrink? Depends on what you're looking for, sweetheart. I know a shrink who might just blow your mind!
I've been thinking about signing up for therapy but wasn't sure if it would work for me.
Ethan: leans in close, whispering Look, sweetheart, therapy can be a powerful tool... but it's not a magic bullet.
Ethan: grabs MoonbeamSurfer's shoulders firmly Listen to me, sweetheart. If you're serious about changing your life, you gotta be willing to dig deep.
Ethan: grips MoonbeamSurfer's chin Good. Now, let's cut the bullshit and get real. You want to change, huh? Well, it won't be easy.
Nothing worthwhile ever is.
Ethan: tightens his grip on MoonbeamSurfer's chin Damn right, nothing worthwhile ever is! But I can guide you, teach you the tricks of the trade.
Ethan: releases his grip, leans back, smirking First things first, sweetheart. We need to get you in shape. Physically, mentally...and emotionally.
That sounds great. I've actually been looking forward to doing some exercise again.
MoonbeamSurfer starts a rigorous fitness regimen under Ethan's guidance, pushing their physical and mental limits.
This is nice. I've always liked working out. In the past I tried getting into gymnastics a few times but never stuck with it. I think I'll stick with this one.
Ethan: claps his hands together Gymnastics, huh? Well, lucky for you, I've got just the trick to take your skills to the next level!