Life Lessons Learned from Carrie Bradshaw

Last night I was watching Sex and the City on TBS. It’s not the same as the original version on HBO. However, thanks to strong writing and some good editing, it is still thought provoking, relevant and funny.

Last night's episode was the one where Carrie, post Mr. Big, goes to see a therapist – Dr. G. She has an ‘A-Ha’ moment and realizes that she chooses the wrong men to date. It is not the men; it is in fact her fault.

I remember seeing this episode last summer, when the show first debuted on TBS. I had just broken up with a guy who was controlling and emotionally abusive. I remember thinking to myself, "Oh my god, I am just like Carrie...it’s me, I choose the wrong men.”

Now one might think I would have learned something about my bad pattern and made an effort to change it. HA! Not quite! A few months later I embarked on a new (dysfunctional) relationship with a guy with substance abuse/self-esteem issues. Pattern repeated.

Well you'll be happy to know that this relationship has ended as well. After seeing the episode for a second time, I can only hope that the message was heard loud and clear.

Stay tuned..Will I choose the wrong man again or will I learn for my past mistakes? Time will only tell, let's hope it’s the latter!