This is something I have struggled with throughout life. My mother used to hit me in the face a lot. If you dared to look at her in a challenging way, you usually got a backhand across the face. So, I have a hard time looking at people sometimes, especially if the person is upset with me (or...
First, I would say your reaching out to this forum is a great thing to do for yourself. You definitely need a safe place to talk about how this affects you. Also, I am so glad to hear you have been able to get her to see a therapist. I think this is crucial.
I am also lesbian and...
I posted my introduction yesterday to this forum. Since then, I had a wonderful breakthrough regarding flying in an airplane to go to our family reunion in July. I was feeling very trapped and angry because I was feeling like I could not escape. I had tried to tell my father earlier this year...
Hi. I live in the United State. I was diagnosed with PTSD and generalized anxiety disorder many years ago and am feeling frustrated by my lack of progress is overcoming some of the problems associated with PTSD. I am very self aware, not afraid to confront my fears and keep myself active...