What was it about not knowing a person that allowed you to wonder whether she might be the answer to all your problems?
Keith AblowMy throat tightened, but I held back the tears and reminded myself that withdrawing from a woman is no different than kicking a drug; you feel shaky and you want it, but eventually the need passes, and you feel restored.
Keith AblowPlenty of people who survive tragedies end up ambivalent about danger--frightened by it, yet strangely drawn to it.
Keith AblowFor a psychiatrist to be any good, he has to be willing to corner you, close off the easy exits, even when it hurts. It's supposed to. (46)
Keith Ablow