Sufferer , Let's Do This!

[Lopezwhere'sthefire]

It's been about a month since my new therapist "guanteed" me I have ptsd. Like most, I doubted that, believing it was only for soldiers. Honestly, I felt guilty even considering it to be true. "I don't belong with those brave people who sacrificed themselves in war!" I thought. They really ought to create a new term for those of us who aren't quite that noble. Anyway, after reading about 7 books this month on the subject, I believe it's C-PTSD I'm dealing with from a traumatic childhood. Now that I understand what ptsd is, it answers questions I've had for about 35 years now. I can put a name to the confusion and suffering. I'm tremendously grateful for that, and ready to do the heavy lifting now. I've started a regimen of guanfacine and Concerta and trying balance it out, I will ask some questions in appropriate threads more about that after I get settled in. I'm so glad to find you all here!

 

[Zanshin]

Welcome, this site is a wonderful source of information and support. The "heavy lifting" can be tough, good luck to you.

 

[seedling]

Welcome to the site! :)

I'm glad you are in a good spot to take on the challenge of healing. You will find your path as you already have.

Hang in there during the tough times.

 

[Ronin]

Hello,

Welcome aboard.

 

[Lopezwhere'sthefire]

Welcome, this site is a wonderful source of information and support. The "heavy lifting" can be tough,...

Many thanks!

 

[Lopezwhere'sthefire]

Welcome to the site! :)

I'm glad you are in a good spot to take on the challenge of healing. You will...

Thank you, I look forward to interacting with everyone here.

 

[Lopezwhere'sthefire]

@Cashew
Thank you, Cashew, (like your name).

 

[Ronin]

@Lopezwhere'sthefire I like yours, too.
Was about to offer a lighter, too, but I'm afraid I'm not a Lopez so nobody asked me for it. ;)

 

[Bloomy]

Welcome onboard t this forum. Great place to be. And all the best for the heavy lifitng.

 

[Lopezwhere'sthefire]

@Lopezwhere'sthefire I like yours, too.
Was about to offer a lighter, too, but I'm afr...

Thank you, it's from a skit from "Kids in the Hall", a Canadian sketch comedy in the 90's

 

[Lopezwhere'sthefire]

Welcome onboard t this forum. Great place to be. And all the best for the heavy lifitng.

Many thanks! I look forward to sharing some ideas with everyone and learning more.

 

[Bloomy]

@Lopezwhere'sthefire - as I understand you read books I warmly recommend Alice Miller and Rollo May. Each in their own ways great.