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Can you say all this in another way? I want to understand what you mean but I do not.

Just gonna make another plug for doxylamine, the antihistamine in SOME types of Unisom, in case you missed it

I hope you can reconnect with feelings of safety and comfort and strength to feel protected. Wishing you these things now.

T That sounds terrifying. I'm so sorry. I have had sleep paralysis, and I also get nightmares of the attackers, and related events. I think it's normal that you experience this but I am sorry you do. I have also definitely stayed awake due to thinking the attackers are near. I try to...

You should change the subject to start "Here are some tips for..." I thought you were soliciting advice. Thanks for sharing your tips!

Deeper blues can be more muting than calming. Everything gets "quieter." Yellow gives me energy and makes me feel more cheery or less doom-y. Pink or Rose I detect a low-level anxiety. For that reason I don't mess with red. Don't know about green.

What helped me was to be honest in my body and affect when I started speaking and to NOT do simultaneous self-judging. Rather than meet social norms of composure... I left all the inhibitions off for the day... And I still do this. If I start talking and tears come I let them flow full on even...

I just realized for the first time in some new way, that what happened to me is real. I've been doing somatic therapy and I think it may have made room for my body to let in just a little bit more that what happened really, actually happened. To me. To THIS body. And I think that I possibly...

Being high functioning can be so lonely. More than others, we high functioners are seen as just fine and not in any turmoil and just look how we "can get out of bed, but you know Susie has it so bad she can't even get out of bed, so just feel lucky you aren't in THAT much pain..." Yeah. Chip on...

You're not alone. Welcome, welcome. Let it all be known for what it is. Let yourself recognize the aftermath, and your incredible strength for surviving to today.

Anyone have experience with this anti-psychotic? Whether for PTSD or other psychosis? Side effects? Long term use?

Doxylamine succinate.

I hope more people share their thoughts and experiences with this. Particularly micro-dosing.

I recommend ... doxylamine succinate ... for sleep. It is OTC in the US often sold as Unisom but you must check ingredients bc Unisom has a whole line of meds. It is an antihistamine. Non habit forming and no weird side effects. Take as needed. I'm with you on the heavy duty stuff. I'm also...

Doxylamine Active ingredient in Unisom, but actually an antihistamine. I use it regularly for sleep but it also gives me anthistamine effects the next day. It doesn't cause me any anxiety.

Sounds like classic abuse cycle. So sorry you went through that. How are you doing now?

Hmm hopefully someone from the "supporters" end of the forum can help.

My questions are the same as @barefoot 's last questions. Also I think you're very strong and courageous for going back to find therapy that can really help you. I hope you find someone great.

It will make me feel better to say the things I no longer avoid. The grocery store People in military uniforms People with certain accents Crowds (at least I don't avoid them any more than I used to before the attack) Dangit that's all I can think of :( I was sure I've made more progress than...

I am so blessed to have a T who can schedule 90 minute blocks. Have you asked if yours can?

The connection between sacral chakra and sexual assault is fascinating, and I have started learning some healing routines that are for healing the sacral chakra that tend to open the flood gates. Powerful stuff. Mind-body connection is not magic, it just is.

I'm not great right now but maybe this other thread can give you some insight as far as fearing repercussions of seeking appropriate help. I'm not sure how seriously to take my brain.

I understand. I asked because the processes and procedures are different in different countries.

Hi welcome. Why do you suspect DID?

Def separate and def can't touch the humiliating memories with a ten foot pole yet. In fact haven't even brought up to T the humiliating memories or feelings. Yikes.