Recent content by Murphy17

I feel exactly the same way! The first time I went through this, I kept thinking that it HAD to be another person, that I just wasn't lovable, that I'd done something horribly wrong, etc, etc. I hope this gets better for you!

I understand...I had a really rough time yesterday. It's great that you want him to get healthy - that helps both of you. But if he doesn't want to get help - that has nothing to do with you. You'll read time and time again on this forum that sufferers have to be ready and willing to get the...

In my experience, with my vet, it's best to leave him alone when he isolates. However, everyone is different. I don't think writing your guy a letter explaining that you've got a better understanding of what he's going through would be a bad thing if you keep it short, let him know you're...

Amen to all that you said! And if I hadn't come across this forum, I wouldn't have my mind at all :-)

I didn't understand PTSD in the beginning, either. I feel like I've read enough information on it to sink a ship, but it still is so hard to understand! These people that we love can be so amazing, and then the PTSD monster rears its ugly head...another supporter on this forum once said that...

I know, I know, I know...it seems like finding even a moment of peace is impossible. I understand exactly where you are! It helps (kinda) to know that we aren't alone. Hugs to you - we'll all get through this.

I am so sorry that you are both going through this. I've been riding the PTSD roller coaster for about three years now with my vet. He's isolating now and has been for about a month. As you both know, a relationship with a sufferer is not for the faint of heart. It can be extremely difficult...

I am so sorry you're going through this. We read time and time again that this has nothing to do with us, but you are so right, it involves us specifically and on an extremely emotional level. It's bewildering to have someone tell you such loving things but then have their actions tell you...

Thank you, BJ! I love that word you used, "taxing". I pray that you and I both will find peace in whatever decisions we find ourselves making.

Hello all! I've been a reader of this forum for a couple of years, but this is the first time I've posted. The many stories that mirror mine so well have been sources of comfort and inspiration for me, and I thank all of you who walk this road and understand. I've been on the supporter side...