Remission or ????

[CrossingMyLine]

Don’t you hate it when you’re just cruising along, things seem to be better, your optimism is high, you do not perceive that you are symptomatic, and then... BAM!!!!! You’re back on that roller coaster of self-doubt and self-rejection because you got complacent? Along with the PTSD symptoms:arghh;. Anyone relate or have prevention suggestions?

 

[ladee]

Relate, and no, no prevention suggestions.. I don't think any of us can stay vigilant to symptoms all the time every single day and night. I know I can't.. when the good times appear, I enjoy them... I might be able to catch the beginning of symptoms and be able to ride it thru with less turmoil.

But it's just a roller coaster ride that none of us enjoy.. I don't know if we get complacent, or we just get so tired !!

 

[EveHarrington]

Yeah, it sucks having to be on your A game 24/7 because if you slip up, symptoms will spike.

People without PTSD will never understand the insane amount of self care that we require just to be ok!

 

[Abstract]

Trying these days to accept things moment by moment and enjoy when all is better. My previous idealistic ideas are more grounded but I also know there is a lot I haven't faced that may potentially be able to improve things for me further. Maybe I will just sit here and stew a little further rather than face that.

 

[shimmerz]

I thank god that I even know what remission looks like and work at getting there again. Afterwards, I look at obvious triggers, things I may be able to improve in my self care, people or situations that are freaking me out and I rework what it takes for me to get well again.

 

[CrossingMyLine]

True enough. I strive to find the value in everything, so I can relate to enjoying what you have while you have it! Thank you

Trying these days to accept things moment by moment and enjoy when all is better. My previous idealisti...

Stewing is my specialty! :D Thanks for chiming in - to all of you - it’s nice to have all of you.

Yeah, it sucks having to be on your A game 24/7 because if you slip up, symptoms will spike.

Pe...

Absolutely!!! And I never get a break from unsympathetic jerks who won’t give me time after stressful events to regain my footing! I’ve started building extra time into everything so I force myself to recoup. Thx

I thank god that I even know what remission looks like and work at getting there again. Afterwards, I...

What a great bit of advice! I’ve considered updating my WRAP to include any nuggets of wisdom that I come across... this definitely makes the cut. Thx