Session [Austin Kade JHW RP]
Jul 27, 2023 12:47:11 GMT -5
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Post by Jack Diamond on Jul 27, 2023 12:47:11 GMT -5
The scene opens inside an office. It was a sanctuary of tranquility, the soft hues of calming colors adorning the walls, and the gentle hum of a waterfall fountain created an atmosphere of serenity. Dr. Audrey Corrine, a compassionate and understanding professional, sat across from Austin Kade, the determined underdog of DTF, who had faced adversity and now struggled to cope with the scars of his past. Dr. Corrine spoke softly, reassuring Austin.
Dr. Corrine: I'm here to help you, Austin, feel free to share whatever is on your mind.
Austin took a deep breath, trying to find the right words. His dad spoke to him about how much help Dr. Corrine provided when he was going through his own struggles. He knew if he could just work through some of his thoughts ahead of Night of Champions, it would be beneficial.
Austin Kade: It's just... ever since the Poena incident, things have been tough. The surgery helped my hearing, but sometimes I still hear him hissing, like it's etched into my brain.
Dr. Corrine nodded empathetically.
Dr. Corrine: It's not uncommon for trauma to leave lasting echoes. You've been through a lot, and it's natural to feel its impact.
Austin sighed, running a hand through his long, brown hair. He stopped at his scarred ear.
Austin Kade: I keep replaying that moment in my mind. The pain, the fear. It's like I can still feel the boiling water inside my ear.
Dr. Corrine leaned forward, offering her support.
Dr. Corrine: Traumatic memories can be powerful but remember that you've come a long way since then. Your strength and resilience are remarkable.
Austin leans back, taking comfort in her words.
Austin Kade: You're right, I've been through so much, and I can't let this hold me back. Not with Diamond Mine and Night of Champions coming up.
Austin stops. He knows going into this Gauntlet Royal Match at Night of Champions could make or break his young career. Dr. Corrine sees the look on Austin’s face and calmly gets his focus back.
Dr. Corrine: You have a big match coming up. There are a lot of people in it and I’m sure that can be overwhelming. We tend to put way more pressure on ourselves than we should, especially when we are trying to live up to the expectations others have placed on us.
Austin nodded.
Austin Kade: I know everyone expects me to be great because my father is great.
Dr. Corrine: Some of your peers are probably experiencing the same thing. Have you ever thought of trying to reach out to them to see how they cope? Peer support can always help.
Austin scoffs a bit.
Austin Kade: No offense, Doc, but the wrestling industry is a little different. The only peer I can think of that may be going through something similar is one of my opponents at Night of Champions, El Rey.
Austin stops for a moment, deep in thought. He sees Dr. Corrine is waiting for him to continue so he takes a deep breath.
Austin Kade: I respect El Rey for what he's accomplished, but he's too cocky. He thinks he's the best because he was given a few opportunities early on due to his dad's legacy and turned them into success. Instead of acknowledging that, he pretends it was his own doing. I want to prove how a true second-generation wrestler should carry himself.
Dr. Corrine nodded, encouraging Austin to explore his feelings further.
Dr Corrine: You want to carve your own path, not rely solely on your father's achievements.
Austin nodded and continued.
Austin Kade: Exactly. I feel like Rey is just a spoiled brat who expects the world to hand him things. And I don't like how he uses BEEF just because of his size. BEEF is a cool guy, and he deserves a better friend than someone like El Rey.
He stops for a moment, thinking about the match and some of the others he will have to face.
Austin Kade: Then there is Dylan Black, someone I’m pretty familiar with. Dylan and my dad go way back, and he's even been an honorary Icon, but it feels like he's always tried to use my dad for his own gain over the years.
Dr. Corrine nodded.
Dr. Corrine: It's not easy when you feel that someone that is close to a person you care about might have ulterior motives.
Austin Kade: I don't blame him, my dad can elevate anyone in the business, but it doesn't make Dylan any less of a sleaze ball. Part of the motivation to winning this match is honestly to keep the title from Dylan. That’s not the only motivation though.
The therapist listened intently as Austin paused to think more about the upcoming match and the possibility of winning the XHF Junior Heavyweight Championship. His appreciation for the opportunity mixed with a sense of fear and doubt.
Austin Kade: Winning the championship and bringing it to DTF would mean the world to me. It's not just about the glory or the title; it's about showing everyone that I can overcome anything, even the darkest moments of my past. It's about proving to myself that I'm not defined by what happened with Poena, that I can rise above it and become a true champion.
Dr. Corrine offered a reassuring smile.
Dr. Corrine: You've already shown incredible strength and determination, Austin. You have the support of your father, your fellow wrestlers, and your fans. It’s clear that you are one of the “good guys” in an industry full of bad apples.
Austin nodded, a glimmer of hope in his eyes.
Austin Kade: I know. It's just that the doubts creep in sometimes. What if I'm not good enough? What if I can't handle the pressure?
The therapist's gaze was unwavering, her voice gentle.
Dr. Corrine: It's normal to have doubts and fears. It shows that you care deeply about this opportunity. But remember, you've trained hard, and you've overcome so much already. Trust in yourself, trust in your abilities.
Austin took a moment to process her words, the doubts slowly giving way to a renewed sense of determination.
Austin Kade: You're right. I can do this. I will do this. How do you balance, though, being that good guy and knowing you have to ultimately upset some people? My winning would directly impact the happiness of some pretty decent people.
Dr. Corrine: What do you mean?
Austin Kade: Take Random McConalogue. She's awesome, I've seen her in action in Tap Out, and she's incredible. It's just a shame that I'll have to end her dreams of winning this match.
Dr. Corrine considers this.
Dr. Corrine: Winning and achieving your own goals does not make you a bad person even if it means preventing others from achieving theirs. I think as long as you are gracious in victory or defeat, you will stay on the right path.
Austin smiles, feeling reassured. He then shared his thoughts on some of the other opponents.
Austin Kade: It’s just, with so many people in this match that I feel I’m better than, how do I not sound like a cocky prick? Take Star Trekker… this whole 'bringing streaming platforms' to wrestling is ridiculous. While Disney's Marty Donovan can actually wrestle, Paramount's Star Trekker should go back to the comic book conventions where she belongs. But how do you share those thoughts without sounding like a bad person? Then there is Zoran Sainovic. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous about facing him. He's dangerous, no doubt. If anyone can match Poena's pure evilness in the ring, it would be Zoran. He simply doesn't seem to care if someone were to bleed out in that ring or not as long as he was the victor. With all that, and with this type of match, how do I stay focused. How do I win?
Dr. Corrine smiled.
Dr. Corrine: I know this match is important, but you have to realize you’ve already won. The championships do not make you a champion of life. I think as long as you continue to strive to be great inside and out of the ring then you will achieve what you want. If you feel like you are losing yourself, reflect on these feelings you are experiencing, and I think you will be able to refocus.
She glances up at the clock.
Dr. Corrine: Our session is over this week but please come back in a few weeks and check in. And sincerely, I wish you the best in your upcoming matches and I hope that you stay safe and healthy.
Austin Kade: Thanks Doc.
Austin gets up and leaves the office building and stops to look around. All is quiet. There is no hissing. He takes a deep breath and smiles before continuing. The scene comes to an end.
Dr. Corrine: I'm here to help you, Austin, feel free to share whatever is on your mind.
Austin took a deep breath, trying to find the right words. His dad spoke to him about how much help Dr. Corrine provided when he was going through his own struggles. He knew if he could just work through some of his thoughts ahead of Night of Champions, it would be beneficial.
Austin Kade: It's just... ever since the Poena incident, things have been tough. The surgery helped my hearing, but sometimes I still hear him hissing, like it's etched into my brain.
Dr. Corrine nodded empathetically.
Dr. Corrine: It's not uncommon for trauma to leave lasting echoes. You've been through a lot, and it's natural to feel its impact.
Austin sighed, running a hand through his long, brown hair. He stopped at his scarred ear.
Austin Kade: I keep replaying that moment in my mind. The pain, the fear. It's like I can still feel the boiling water inside my ear.
Dr. Corrine leaned forward, offering her support.
Dr. Corrine: Traumatic memories can be powerful but remember that you've come a long way since then. Your strength and resilience are remarkable.
Austin leans back, taking comfort in her words.
Austin Kade: You're right, I've been through so much, and I can't let this hold me back. Not with Diamond Mine and Night of Champions coming up.
Austin stops. He knows going into this Gauntlet Royal Match at Night of Champions could make or break his young career. Dr. Corrine sees the look on Austin’s face and calmly gets his focus back.
Dr. Corrine: You have a big match coming up. There are a lot of people in it and I’m sure that can be overwhelming. We tend to put way more pressure on ourselves than we should, especially when we are trying to live up to the expectations others have placed on us.
Austin nodded.
Austin Kade: I know everyone expects me to be great because my father is great.
Dr. Corrine: Some of your peers are probably experiencing the same thing. Have you ever thought of trying to reach out to them to see how they cope? Peer support can always help.
Austin scoffs a bit.
Austin Kade: No offense, Doc, but the wrestling industry is a little different. The only peer I can think of that may be going through something similar is one of my opponents at Night of Champions, El Rey.
Austin stops for a moment, deep in thought. He sees Dr. Corrine is waiting for him to continue so he takes a deep breath.
Austin Kade: I respect El Rey for what he's accomplished, but he's too cocky. He thinks he's the best because he was given a few opportunities early on due to his dad's legacy and turned them into success. Instead of acknowledging that, he pretends it was his own doing. I want to prove how a true second-generation wrestler should carry himself.
Dr. Corrine nodded, encouraging Austin to explore his feelings further.
Dr Corrine: You want to carve your own path, not rely solely on your father's achievements.
Austin nodded and continued.
Austin Kade: Exactly. I feel like Rey is just a spoiled brat who expects the world to hand him things. And I don't like how he uses BEEF just because of his size. BEEF is a cool guy, and he deserves a better friend than someone like El Rey.
He stops for a moment, thinking about the match and some of the others he will have to face.
Austin Kade: Then there is Dylan Black, someone I’m pretty familiar with. Dylan and my dad go way back, and he's even been an honorary Icon, but it feels like he's always tried to use my dad for his own gain over the years.
Dr. Corrine nodded.
Dr. Corrine: It's not easy when you feel that someone that is close to a person you care about might have ulterior motives.
Austin Kade: I don't blame him, my dad can elevate anyone in the business, but it doesn't make Dylan any less of a sleaze ball. Part of the motivation to winning this match is honestly to keep the title from Dylan. That’s not the only motivation though.
The therapist listened intently as Austin paused to think more about the upcoming match and the possibility of winning the XHF Junior Heavyweight Championship. His appreciation for the opportunity mixed with a sense of fear and doubt.
Austin Kade: Winning the championship and bringing it to DTF would mean the world to me. It's not just about the glory or the title; it's about showing everyone that I can overcome anything, even the darkest moments of my past. It's about proving to myself that I'm not defined by what happened with Poena, that I can rise above it and become a true champion.
Dr. Corrine offered a reassuring smile.
Dr. Corrine: You've already shown incredible strength and determination, Austin. You have the support of your father, your fellow wrestlers, and your fans. It’s clear that you are one of the “good guys” in an industry full of bad apples.
Austin nodded, a glimmer of hope in his eyes.
Austin Kade: I know. It's just that the doubts creep in sometimes. What if I'm not good enough? What if I can't handle the pressure?
The therapist's gaze was unwavering, her voice gentle.
Dr. Corrine: It's normal to have doubts and fears. It shows that you care deeply about this opportunity. But remember, you've trained hard, and you've overcome so much already. Trust in yourself, trust in your abilities.
Austin took a moment to process her words, the doubts slowly giving way to a renewed sense of determination.
Austin Kade: You're right. I can do this. I will do this. How do you balance, though, being that good guy and knowing you have to ultimately upset some people? My winning would directly impact the happiness of some pretty decent people.
Dr. Corrine: What do you mean?
Austin Kade: Take Random McConalogue. She's awesome, I've seen her in action in Tap Out, and she's incredible. It's just a shame that I'll have to end her dreams of winning this match.
Dr. Corrine considers this.
Dr. Corrine: Winning and achieving your own goals does not make you a bad person even if it means preventing others from achieving theirs. I think as long as you are gracious in victory or defeat, you will stay on the right path.
Austin smiles, feeling reassured. He then shared his thoughts on some of the other opponents.
Austin Kade: It’s just, with so many people in this match that I feel I’m better than, how do I not sound like a cocky prick? Take Star Trekker… this whole 'bringing streaming platforms' to wrestling is ridiculous. While Disney's Marty Donovan can actually wrestle, Paramount's Star Trekker should go back to the comic book conventions where she belongs. But how do you share those thoughts without sounding like a bad person? Then there is Zoran Sainovic. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous about facing him. He's dangerous, no doubt. If anyone can match Poena's pure evilness in the ring, it would be Zoran. He simply doesn't seem to care if someone were to bleed out in that ring or not as long as he was the victor. With all that, and with this type of match, how do I stay focused. How do I win?
Dr. Corrine smiled.
Dr. Corrine: I know this match is important, but you have to realize you’ve already won. The championships do not make you a champion of life. I think as long as you continue to strive to be great inside and out of the ring then you will achieve what you want. If you feel like you are losing yourself, reflect on these feelings you are experiencing, and I think you will be able to refocus.
She glances up at the clock.
Dr. Corrine: Our session is over this week but please come back in a few weeks and check in. And sincerely, I wish you the best in your upcoming matches and I hope that you stay safe and healthy.
Austin Kade: Thanks Doc.
Austin gets up and leaves the office building and stops to look around. All is quiet. There is no hissing. He takes a deep breath and smiles before continuing. The scene comes to an end.
