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I like it, especially the filtering. I'm not around enough for my thoughts to matter much, but would there be a way to add a filter of comment count? Sometimes I try to find the posts with the fewest comments and reply there, so they get some feedback/support

I've been in and around a lot of different kind of relationships, including kink, queer and polyamorous. One of the best things I've learned is what you just said. The important thing is that consent is freely given. The hard thing, with PTSD is that sometimes we give consent because of...

You've gotten a lot of good answers, I'm curious what you think about those answers. And what lead you to have the questions.

Physical and other types of abuse are often combined. Sadly, I think you will find many people here that share that experience. You will also find plenty of older folks here. This is a good group and you can often learn a lot. It's important to remember that mixed in with stories and advice that...

I know this manipulation well. The manipulator thinks if they aren't having fun, no one else should. And they will do whatever they can to make you fell bad about it. Are you saying it's hard to forgive? If so, that's ok. I know this well. It takes a lot of time and effort to change this...

Unless there's some reason asking would cause additional problems, there's nothing wrong with asking. It does sound a bit like your brain is creating barriers for yourself to prevent the move from happening. Obviously, I don't know if this is true and it sounds like you are having a hard time...

I think fantasizing is fairly common. Even "normal" people can engage in fantasizing. The key question is does it cause you any harm. If it's inhibiting your functioning or healing in some way, then it's a problem. If it's bothering you, you can also try to find ways to turn it into a...

Ok, it sounds like you understand the cycle. What can help you shift out of it?

Ok, sorry, hit the post button by mistake... That's pretty common around here. If the abuse happened when you were very young, were dissociated, under the influence of drugs/alcohol, etc you may not remember the abuse. For me, there are things I *know* happened and things I think happened...

In a group like this, with many people from all over the world, with different cultures and experiences it's usually best to ask questions of others instead of assume their intent. I'm not completely sure what you mean by "assumptive" but I read @Upside Down Eagle reply very differently...

This is not the appropriate place to vent your anger and opinions at American Veterans. If you haven't read the rules and FAQ, I suggest you do. If you really are here to get support for your PTSD, you will need to focus on your experiences and feelings and not attack an entire group of people...

It's good you recognize there is a problem. I can understand how freaked out you are about what you did. I think the person on the crisis line gave you good advice. It sounds like you are emotionally very unregulated right now. Are you able to follow up on the crisis line person's advice?

Let's suppose that you don't have PTSD. You are reacting as you are, for a reason. You are struggling and trying to get help. That gives it merit. Even if you are never diagnosed. To be absolutely clear, I'm not saying that. Most of us start this processes by wondering if we have PTSD (or some...

That is a lot to deal with. You are allowed, and also need, to take care of yourself. Are you getting therapy? What supports do you have? You can be a supportive partner and do everything "right" but if the other person isn't in a place to receive or accept it, you can't fix them. It's a hard...

You've been given a lot of good advice. As a pro at dissociating (heh), I agree with what Sideways and Arfie sad. One of the things T had me do waas practice skills in places that were easy to management. So, for example when talking to a cashier, being fully present and grounded. Or when...

Welcome, sounds like you are in a tough situation. I hope you find this place forum. People give honest feedback here and the best tip I can give you is to take what helps you and let the rest slide. I'm originally from the PNW and miss it.

My spouse (Tat), who will be start a doctorate program in technology this fall and currently works in a university that is currently working on AI issues, recently helped with a presentation of visual images. The question was, could you tell if they were real or AI. Some it was easy to tell, but...

It sounds like you have a good understanding of what you need and many of the risk and benefits of the path you are taking. I am glad you have a supportive therapist and you are posting here. I hope this for you too

Thanks Anthony. I haven't had any issues today.

As @Grasping Hope said there are layers and layers and then more layers of memory for me. This was my experience. It cost me a lot and I spent most of my time in the process being very self-destructive. It's very important, in my opinion, to have support while you work on remembering and...

Was curious if any work was being done currently. (I'm assuming you can use the time stamp to know when I'm referring to.). Server is the slowest it's been for me in a long time. Not complaining, just providing info in case its useful.

I don't like the AI responses much, but it brought a post up I hadn't seen. It's bee a few weeks, since you posted. Is this still going on? So, that sounds like helplessness? And I am going to challenge you a bit. It's *feeling* responsible for the animals you see. I don't have that...

This is very relatable to me. For me, I was in my mid-thirties when I started to deal with it. I can't fully say I had no memory. I had some memories of being sexualized by my dad. I didn't understand how inappropriate some of his behaviors were, until I'd done work in therapy. And, for some...

There's nothing wrong with seeking a second opinion. I'm curious if your psychiatrist is someone who is skilled in talk therapy. Depending on where you are, some psychiatrists are more skilled and focused on medical (primarily medications) management. Have you talked to him about the concerns...

I know this occurs on both sides, but I feel like stating they are brainwashed is a slippery slope. It allows you to dismiss all they say and do, without attempting to understand their motivations. As far as the protestors not being able to give a logical answer, I would challenge the accuracy...