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yeah those arent really clear for me. I am just realizing since a few weeks how far away from reality, in the moment I most of the time am. Shockingly distorted

Yes it does. Which is a good thing big picture wise.

There was a lot of abuse. My ACE's is very high. Working through it now with Traumatherapy, EMDR, etc...

The nightmares and flashbacks are often about my parents

Thanks. At least I am not alone.

Hi, Is het normal to keep having nightmares while being in Traumatherapy for almost 2 years now?

Put my tools and skills list for complex trauma on the fridge and the bathroom door

Without the rushes it feels like detoxing from something

Thank you. Hugs to you too.

For me its confronting how much damage was inflicted while my brain was still developping as from even before I was born and supposed to be safe in the womb. Nevertheless I made a promise to myself I will get better day by day, step by step.

Thanks Freddyt. I got a session upcoming monday and I am Gonna do EMDR on the trauma 1 things. And then ride out the storm like a pirate captain.

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Yeah grateful for a lotta things. Pushing things forward

Hi, 3rd day of forestwalking with the doggo. 15k today. Walking is wonderful. Came across a Netflix movie called Stutz. Applying these techniques is working wonderfully well. Just do It is my mantra at the moment

Relaxed

Hi, Went for a 10k steps walk with the doggo in the forest through the rain. Big up to me! Anyone else taking care of their body?

Hi, A few days ago I posted my CV online and since then I have had about 20 to 25 calls, texts and e-mails regarding job oppurtunities. Good news, yet still not replied to and of them.

I am currently applying for a new job opp and would like to know if I have to give myself more time before starting to work again. Thx for the feedback.

Hi, During the last 4 days I had 2 sessions and yesterday I was exhausted so I slept for 13 hours. Is this normal? Does this mean I need to give myself more time before starting to werk again? Looking forward to feedback.. Thanks.

Diversification is key.

If I drink heavy then I blackout. If I dont never had a blackout. Both with complex trauma. Do the math

I had a 40th birthday sober and dramafree. Now I am updating my resume to start applying for a new opportunity. And I keep going further on my healing journey with all its ups and downs. Also looking into finishing my bachelor's degree in 2023. Looking forward to the new challenges!

I feel sad, maybe mourning. Last week I turned 40 and or was the first time in 27 years I did it without drugs, drinks and drama. I feel : - exhausted - sad - and then my mind goes blank...

Okay, Thanks for these clarifications. @anthony How do nightmares fit in to all of this?

This is actually part of some chapters of the therapy manual and exercise book the trauma center and my trauma clinical psychologist uses in my treatment for complex trauma or CPTSD. This very helpful, because it gives me additional insight and clarity. Thanks Anthony for writing this piece...