I am so happy to have found this place. How do you try to explain yourself to "normal, or nearly normal" people in your world - people who love you and genuinely care for you and what you're going through - but most of whom have no way of truly understanding the he** you live in every day? I am sitting here with tears in my eyes as I write this. I so want to be understood. And validated, even though my behavior and reactions seem bizarre to people around me.. at least here, I believe there will be a sense of genuine understanding and support. Thanks to all who make this board possible, and who contribute your stories and shared experiences. I hope I will find meaningful connections here. :shy: