Recent content by shrinkingviolet

Hello @aev3 . I actually had a similar incident today with my husband, burst into tears and major anxiety attack. I couldn't explain to him why I reacted as I did. It was as if my body had a memory that I couldn't recall. My husband kept talking to me, stating I was safe, I was with my husband...

Thank you everyone for your responses and well wishes. @Evan , my employer has been understanding and even took out some overhead lights to avoid the light as a trigger. I just started trying breathing techniques, slow deep breaths and trying not to get anxious or stressed, which only makes...

Thank you @Chava and @Evan for your suggestions and sharing. I have tried some dietary changes but perhaps more is needed. I do love to listen to music and have never tried using it that way to soothe. I'm sorry you both suffer with chronic pain but just knowing you both can relate to how I am...

Hello there. I live with chronic pain due to migraines. They started about 3 years ago, but were sporadic and manageable. About a year ago they got much worse, in and out of hospital, trying all types of meds, pt etc. Still working to prevent them and ID some of my triggers but so difficult...

As much as I think it is important to share your feelings, I understand keeping it all in, especially if you worry about judgment or that others are burdened by them. Feeling that way myself today. My family loves me but as far as the empathy chip or respecting or even trying to understand how...

The night after I was attacked, I was up half the night, crying and begging God to take me home, let me die, that the pain was too unbearable. Twenty years later, I cried and thanked God for not answering my request. I still hurt but found joy too. In my children, my husband, my family and an...

I myself am a Christian. To me, it is not about judgement and condemnation. It's about love, compassion and faith. Unfortunately, so many take and twist things turning it ugly. Don't ever feel guilty for protecting and standing up for yourself.

I have issues with sex as well, being abused when I was younger. Being intimate with my husband, who is patient and loving helps me feel safe but I have had similar moments. You did not cause anything and being supportive and understanding will only help your girlfriend continue to build trust...

I too suffered childhood trauma and binge eat when feel empty or hold in my emotions, neither are helpful. I am definitely a work in progress. I think everyone has different ways of dealing or not dealing.

Hello @Coffeegirl83 . I've been in and out of therapy for years myself. It is really hard to talk about how you have been traumatized but it does really help too. I think you show courage in finding this site and reaching out. I hope you can find support here and feel encouraged. :happy:

Hello and welcome @fuzzypenguin . I was very nervous when I first came here but have found great support, encouragement and compassion that I have never known before. I am sure you will too. PS. I love penguins! :)

Congratulations! I am so very happy for you @Ms Spock ! May I ask you the name of the book that has been so helpful?

I would like to look in the mirror and like what I see. I would like to not feel overwhelmed and feel more confident. I would like to take a photography class and learn to play a musical instrument.

I prayed for someone who has continually hurt me and those I love, without any remorse or empathy.

Migraine, awful pain but thankful for warm, safe bed to rest in.