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That's the beauty of it all! This place has something for all of the ups and downs!

I understand. It's not the same, but I went to a very strict Catholic School growing up. We literally went to church every day. It was a very small school and church. My childhood was quite abusive, and much like you, school and church at that age felt like an escape from the abuse my parents...

I wish I was able to sleep! I put in the same kind of hours you do, and if you can sleep you need to. You need to set some boundaries right away. It's okay to tell her your needs too, and sleep is a necessary one. Are you able to call or text occasionally during the day? Maybe if you send...

Honestly, from your description, I think you both need a lot of help. After your opening post, it's hard to even respond. But I agree whole heartedly with @Sweetpea76, you can't expect her to be healthy if you're screaming at her. It's extremely counterproductive. Have you considered anger...

Thanks, @Buttercup! Sometimes it's the little things. I figure we have a long road before things are better, so as long as I can see some progress, I don't feel the need to leave and start over. It hasn't been right for either of us in awhile, so I figure maybe I can make the most of this...

I'm pretty sure the love our vets had a chapter on your area run by one of the founders... I think. Good luck!

Today my little win was hard to find. He was quite distant and quiet today. So I texted him saying, "why so distant today"? He tried saying he was just busy. So I called him... and mentioned he had time, but chose not to talk. He said he didn't want to talk to anyone today. I said, "I would...

What area are you in? There is also loveourvets.org that lists places, dryhootch has different locations, etc. It's a place to start. And the private inpatient/ outpatient is called Road home at Rush

I'm not sure about other places, but there is a VA center in North Chicago that does emdr and has a short term inpatient program as well. There is also a non VA inpatient program that I guess the VA pays for as well. One of the parent supporters in my service connections group mentioned them...

I'm not a doctor, but I worked full time and put myself through engineering school. I had to take an occasional semester off because I'm a single parent too... but anything is possible. Just listen to yourself and work hard. Be realistic with yourself.

Good for you. If he would have hit him, it would weaken any case you would bring. How courageous of you! Preventing violence is indeed a win!

I hate when I accidentally hit the anonymous button... lol

Thank you @Buttercup! I hope other people get to have little wins too! It could be as simple as that "I'm alive" text in the middle of isolation or anything really. I'm looking forward to the next couple of weeks. I did get a temporary job that pays super well. It's very intricate work, so...

I'm totally guilty. This knowledge had been changing my perspective. I'm working on it hard with the T. I guess he's not the only one pushing and pulling after all... To the O P... you're ding a good job trying to maintain your own mental health at this point, keep it up! You need to be...

Hi all! I've been so frustrated the last month. We're going though our annual badaversary period. (The predictable times suffers can go "off course" due to anniversary dates ir periods) Right now, for me, things are tediously slow, but getting better. I'm working so hard at not letting my own...

I had an ex that would try to do this crap to me and a million other girls and didn't have PTSD... this is called being a jerk. There are tons of people with PTSD that would never behave this way, and tons without that do. I would ask you why you would tolerate this type of behavior from...

Oh my goodness! There are so many positive great ideas here! I'm so ready to put this into motion! I knew I could count on you all to come at this in such a positive way. I swear my life needs a facelift, and this is the best place to start! I really love the calendar idea especially in the...

I realize that they are for me, but it's letting them know what my limits are going to be without starting WWIII that I'm worried about. I have been leaving every time the yelling starts...that's annoying too, considering it's MY house. I appreciate the help and thoughts. It's going to be hard...

Oh yeah, I will add that I'm still doing things for myself in the meantime... things tgat are becoming non negotiable. So at least that's a plus. Things are on the upswing, I just want to keep forward momentum... such isn't always easy when you're exhausted.

Hi guys! I'm looking for boundary setting tips. I'm run down and overworked. I'm tired of doing everything myself or being expected to give such a step by step explanation that I might as well just do it myself. This is across the board... from the S/O to the kids. I'm gong to lose my mind...

This.... absolutely this!

I think you are seeing it as being judged, and then not having feelings. Honestly i agree with @digger that in this instance this is how they are showing concern. One of the first "signs" they teach you in the military to look for regarding PTSD is not shaving, not pressing uniforms, and...

I'm not sure. Maybe you're on edge from not feeling well. It's hard to deal with other people when you don't feel well yourself. It's funny because when I don't feel well, I hate feeling questioned... Or talking to people period. But when I hear noises I don't recognize easily, I ask a lot of...