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Do you ever feel like you unintentionally scare and or intimidate people? Any thoughts on this?

Hey. You can DO IT! Like Zoogal said, one day at a time. Make this the job that lasts longer than 12 months. Just keep going and don't listen to those "just quit" thoughts. Vent here. Keep trucking. You got this! Prove that inner voice wrong that says 6-12 months is all you can manage...

I feel like ptsd affects my ability to sustain. Like I tire way more easily than I ever used to

Hope you're okay. Let us know

I'd appreciate input on this as well as I've always heard you cannot simultaneously have PTSD and bipolar, yet there are some on the forum with both, or supporters who have a loved one who have been diagnosed with both. There is the usual bipolar with depressive lows and manic highs. Then...

I'm confused lol

There are some ways you can get a "sensation/release" (sorry Im struggling to find the right word) without harming yourself. Have you tried these? Like using ice cubes, drawing on yourself in red ink, or using other non harmful methods to release your feelings. I found writing to be very...

I'd stop drinking in public as your first step if you aren't committed to quitting totally... just as a first step toward quitting and as a safety thing. I'm sorry you're struggling. I also struggle with alcohol so I get it. I really get it. Please find a therapist who can teach you tools and...

Maybe he just thinks he's funny and he's really being a jerk? Maybe jerkyness is humorous to him? I wonder what comedians he likes

Wondering if anyone else experiences this or has any thoughts or guidance: I feel more happy and in control when remaining abstinent in my relationship. Having sex feels like a loss of control and sends me into paranoia and depression. I enjoy sex but afterward I struggle.

I think it's prob coming from insecurity and is a learned coping method. Best guess considering your husband falls back on this behavior sometimes too. I think its a power thing for some people, to be blunt and offensive... a way to appear assertive and "together", at the expense of others...

Hm yeah... sounds like shes the one with the problem. Let her keep her distance... I wouldnt engage with her unless neccessary and even then I'd keep it as though nothing is out of the ordinary. Her hot and cold behavior, her "checking up on you" is probably related to her trying to keep...

So what if they did... focus on your health. Unfortunately that's how businesses work anyway isnt it? I'd be set in my mind to find another place when the time comes. Good luck. Don't stress it. Be happy you have help. Focus on healing! :)

Can I ask how he got PTSD, was it childhood trauma related or combat or?

Sorry it offended you... maybe the delivery was off but yea either way you do sound super codependent. Excuse it away but its really apparent. It screams from your posts... what's wrong with stating the obvious? Are you trying to control the truth now too? You won't like my advice but you...

I've read a few of your posts here and you seem really codependent. Not trying to be rude. I think you need help too. Utilize this time apart to work on your constant need to grip onto him. You don't sound healthy either. Even your user name lacks independent identity. It's not good for you to...

Sounds like you need to convince your dad on why you feel you need admittance. I'm so sorry. I know how hard it is and how lonely it feels when you're underage and asking for help and the adults in your life say you're not "sick enough". I begged for anti depressants and didn't get them until I...

Do you have PTSD?

Are you underage or is your dad your power of attorney or something? Im just wondering why your therapist consult him... You know yourself better than anyone. Admit yourself if you feel its neccessary. You know yourself the best.

I understand why you didnt want her friendship. I wouldn't be okay with what she was doing and I wouldn't be able to be complicit. I have a horribly lonely feeling not having friends and it caused me a lot of pain. But now I realize that I don't even want friends, and it hurts less. Sounds...

Well.... why not reach out to us here on the forum? We understand! So you know, I'm in a similar place as well and am learning to share respectfully. No other support either besides my therapist. I understand your feelings. You relationship will inevitably be affected by your PTSD. It's...

Be gentle with yourself. It's all trauma related and your responses to it make logical sense to me, so avoid taking on shame or embarrassment. Let the desire for this "motherly" non-mother pass while keeping as dignified as possible. She's not your mother. No one can be. To expect it or to...

Yesssss... To the point that jokes were made about me in front of me in ways that were meant to covertly "jab" me. Like I was some kinda fool. I ignored it and ignored it and ignored it. Until I couldnt ignore it anymore. I shot a look that could've killed. Next day I'm invited to lunch and...

I had a therapist who was consistently late by 10-15 minutes and even ended early (5-10 minutes). My current T has been up to 20 minutes late once but I recognized the person before me needed more time... although we ended on time I'm sure I could've insisted on extending the session but I was...