Can I ask you a question? When you were growing up did your dad ever hit you?
Replies: Sure ... Of course.
See, I thought so. Because I think you're acting out the shame and powerlessness of that tiny frightened child that's still inside of you. And you might feel a lot better if you can say to your inner child: Hello little child, I'm going to protect you and no one will ever hurt you again. Do you want to try saying that?
Replies: Sure ... Of course.
See, I thought so. Because I think you're acting out the shame and powerlessness of that tiny frightened child that's still inside of you. And you might feel a lot better if you can say to your inner child: Hello little child, I'm going to protect you and no one will ever hurt you again. Do you want to try saying that?
from: Stuart Saves His Family (1995)
Al Franken acted as Stuart Smalley