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I think it's so brave that you asked, and stuck with it to explain as well! I'm not sure I could have done that. I always sit in the third row front and center, with no people in front of me or directly behind me. My son and I loved The Hobbit Part II. I love the movies. I gotta say, I...

I'm feeling a little tired and unsure :confused:, but basically okay. :joyful: I think I need to get back on track after the holidays :D, but I also need to rest and take care of myself, too. :)

:D I'm grateful for the really wonderful Christmas and New Year's we had. :joyful:

My goal for today is to get back on track with my routines... goals, feelings, gratefulness and self-care checklist. I guess I was feeling like I didn't need them anymore (plus I was busy with the holidays), but I'm not sure it's a good idea to give them up just yet. Better to stay the course...

@keifer, I'm terrified of doctors, hospitals, dentists, therapists. It's getting better, but it's been SO hard. I went to a lot of different dentists before I found one that I trusted enough and they still had to give me anesthesia in order to get anything done. I insisted that my husband...

Me, too! I agree with @DMerish. Don't count your chickens until they've hatched. Just let it go. That way you can still be hopeful of good outcomes while protecting yourself when things don't go the way you want them to. I had to learn to do this with people... I found I was putting people...

@Whirlwind, Oh, I relate so much to what you're saying! I put up a good cover my whole life, until I was 40 and things started to break apart. It was really hard to open up. First I opened up to a couple of good friends that I really trusted, then here on the forum in my Trauma Diary, then...

@Petros, I wish I knew what to do... but I'm not sure. I can tell you @franciemarnie always has good advice! And you never know, your parents might be more understanding than you think. Maybe do what you can... get rid of the garbage bags and just leave the dresser? How does that sound...

I just wanted to say, I think everybody's right. Here's the thing... you can only decide what's right FOR YOU. That's it. I'm so lucky. My husband has put up with years and years of my shit. I feel terrible for what I put him through. In the past, I was in therapy for years and it just...

@franciemarnie, I want to triple "Like" you for swearing. I totally agree! @Tympre, I'm so sorry for what you went through. Truly. You didn't deserve what happened to you. I'm really glad to see you here, reaching out for support. Welcome to the forum, EverOnly

I hear you, @arfie. But no need to moderate... just give them up. (Easier said than done.) I think we're all going to really like the person you are underneath it all. Take a chance.

@Nephthys, @Tympre, I used to be this way. My significant other would sleep outside of my bedroom, I would have the bedroom door closed and locked, plus I tried various natural remedies for sleep, I tried all kinds of ways to relax, including watching TV and movies. In the end, I figured out...

When I was a kid growing up in the big city, I used to walk around at all hours. When it was dark or I felt unsafe, I always had my hand in my pocket, gripping my keys, so that if anyone tried to mug me I was ready to poke their eye out. Now, I just know that I have my cell phone with me when...

@Abstract, that's what I finally started to realize back in August. I agree with @Abstract. There are lots of people who need to learn. @Hashi, you're right, I think (I hope I have this right) that @rightkindofme is pretty much saying the opposite of you. I agree with what someone said about...

Love your avatar, @shimmerz. Great choice. @Radise, I've been afraid of roller coasters for years and I've thought about jumping out of a plane, but the idea of both of these was always too terrifying. But I'm thinking now it might be worth another try. EverOnly

I don't have time to read all the responses right now, but I love how many messages there are! What an outpouring of support! I love this website. Then do that. Forget for a while and then think about things and make big decisions later. Wanna know how? You may not like the answer, but the...

Do whatever feels right, whenever it feels right, when it comes to disclosing that you have PTSD. The thing is, some people will get it and some won't. It can be really hard to be rejected... not because you're a bad person for having PTSD (because you're not, you're very strong), but because...

@amethist, Speaking as someone who's had PTSD for years and years, it's so hard for us to be the person we want to be. We try and we try and it doesn't work out. But it sounds to me as if your husband really does have a grip. He's just dealing with a lot. Who isn't? It's Christmastide...

This same thing happened to me... horrible nightmares of my father chasing me and hurting me in various ways, followed by him trying to kill me. This went on for years. I became so used to it, it was easy to blow off these dreams. Then in August, the dream changed, and that freaked the shit...

@jd9900, I do. {{{Hugs}}} We'll get it. ANOTHER PLAGIARIST ALERT! Consider that one stolen! Not to worry. If I steal from one author it's plagiarism. If I steal from many, it's research. I like research, LOL! :roflmao: :laugh: :roflmao: EverOnly

@Miss_Understood, @Ms Spock and @franciemarnie really said all the right things. Here's what I want to add... You are worthy of love. It's so hard to learn to accept love. Start with this... would you accept a big {{{{{{{hug}}}}}}} from me? I'm confident that you'll figure everything out...

@DMerish, I started writing about my trauma related to my narcissistic ex in my personal journal. One day I think I'll add it to my Trauma Diary. When I do, I'll flag you, and you can read my story related to him if you're interested.. so that you can confirm again that you're really not...

I am so sorry!!! I read your other post about this, too, and it was really pissing me off, about your ex and that other holiday dinner your kids attend. I've dealt with a similar thing in the past with the narcissistic father of my eldest daughter, and it was horrible, so I empathize with you...

:D I'm grateful for @Britt.f7 who keeps adding in her goals and stuff, and is trying so hard and really doing great despite many obstacles in her path. It keeps me motivated to come here to the forum and put down my own updates. Thanks Britt! :D :joyful: I'm grateful that I'm feeling...

Goals for yesterday... :cool: Stay calm and balanced - Check :laugh: Make sure the final bit of Christmas shopping gets done and that more presents get wrapped - Check :coffee: Put together the menu and grocery shopping list - Check :D Make sure grocery shopping gets done - Check (I even...