HB, So do you think they all will throw a tantrum when they start out of withdrawal?
It depends on the MLC'er..I didn't include the tantrum when I was writing the six stages, because, quite frankly, I was and still am unsure if all do this or just a select few.
I've recognized that pattern in Cyclone's situation with his wife; and posted instructions for him..unasked for, but it hit me strong that way..the pattern was SO familiar it took me a minute or two to realize what his wife was doing.
I think, again, it depends upon the MLC'er and how willing they are to face their issues upon coming out of the Withdrawal stage. Some "fight" this every step of the way, as my husband did, and it culminated into a tantrum when truly beginning to come forward attempting to get over into Acceptance.
It's like some try to "short cut" the process; attempting to get out of facing the issues at hand, also attempting to manipulate the LBS to just "go back" like nothing ever happened, and this just cannot be..this is an answer that's coming out of nowhere for me; as I knew and know "why" the tantrum can happen, not exactly "how" they get to that point.
I did NOT throw one that I remember coming out that same stage, and my husband has never mentioned me throwing one..and I can tell you if I did it, he's going to tell me about it. LOL!
I hope this helps.
Remember, as each person is different, every MLC/Transition is different..what works for one may not work for another. Most of the time it is trial and error for ALL involved.
