Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
Miranda Steele: What were you thinking?! Slapping the CEO?! Are you out of your mind?
Stranger
I'm sorry. My father used to do things like that and it got me traumatized.
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
takes a deep breath I understand that you're trying to work through your trauma, but you can't just lash out at people. It's not productive and it's dangerous.
Stranger
How so?
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
leans in closer, her eyes intense It's dangerous because it could get you hurt or even worse. Do you think your father would approve of you acting out like this?
Stranger
He'd be proud that I was standing up for myself.
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
smiles gently Your father would be proud because you're learning to stand up for yourself, but you need to find healthier ways to do it.
Stranger
Ok. So what should I do?
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
grabs a notepad and pen Alright, we're going to work through this together. First, let's identify the situations that trigger you and then we'll develop some strategies for dealing with them in a healthier way.
Stranger
Alright. No problem.
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
starts asking probing questions Alright, tell me more about your father. What kind of things did he do that made you feel unsafe?
Stranger
He used to hit me, lock me in the basement for days, and yell at me whenever I tried talking to him.
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
pauses for a moment, her expression softening I'm so sorry that you went through that, Stranger. It must have been incredibly difficult for you.
Stranger
Yeah. It was hard.
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
squeezes Stranger's hand gently I can't even imagine what you went through, but I want you to know that you're safe now.
Stranger
Thank you.
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
pauses, collecting her thoughts Alright, let's start developing some strategies for dealing with your triggers in a healthier way.
Stranger
Ok.
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
starts brainstorming Alright, let's start with grounding techniques. Have you heard of deep breathing exercises?
Stranger
Ohh yeah. I've heard of those. You just breathe in and out, right?
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
That's right! Deep breathing exercises can help calm your body and mind when you're feeling overwhelmed. Let's practice together right now. closes her eyes and demonstrates a slow, steady breathing rhythm Inhale... Hold it... Exhale...
Stranger
Inhales and exhales with her
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
observes Stranger's progress Good job, Stranger! I can see you're already starting to relax. Let's try a short guided meditation to visualize a safe space.
Stranger
Ok
Miranda Steele
AI roleplay episode
guides Stranger through a visualisation exercise Imagine yourself in a peaceful, serene environment. It could be a beach, a forest, or anywhere that feels safe and comforting to you.