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I really want to help, but I don't know how too. I wish I had the right advice to give you. I do want you to know that I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers this week as you get ready for that wonderful bundle of joy to enter into your life. I suggest focusing on him or her and you. You...

I tell myself that the past is the past and it doesn't define what is going to happen in this moment. Grant it I'm not sayuing it works every time, but most times it does. I am safe now, and I generally know that. THe only time I don't feel safe is when I am having a flashback. Otherwise, if...

Don't rack your brain :) I'll take small bottles. I can understand if cans are allowed since they are metal. THe list online is confusing. I started packing and my cats know something is up. They are all over me, my suitccase and just acting out. I feel bad. I'll miss them. THanks, Amanda

I try to do my best to make it so people can't tell, but my hyper vigilance makes it obvious. I think I foreshadow my thoughts on people more than they actually think about me. I think the majority of people have no clue unless you have been around me when I'm hyper vigilant. I wish you...

Do you think showering in a bathing suit could be a step closer to showering without clothes. At least you are getting in the shower and maybe eventually feel comfortable taking the suit off or wearing one that is more and more revealing as u start to feel more and more comfortable. Just a...

I have tears in my eyes because I am so happy you had support and felt safe enough to show emotion. I am so happy to were able to use tools to not dissociate. You are an inspiration to me.

Welcome. I am fairly new here. I find that everyone is supportive. It's nice to know that I am not alone in all this. I do agree though that seeing a professional is helpful and essential. Thanks for caring enough to sign up!

I appologize for the miscommunication @Solara. I thought you were saying I was ignoring everything you said. I misread it. Please forgive me. Peace, Amanda

You are right it did sound like that. I kind of want to bring yogurt, but if they have it, I'm not going to bring it. I was going to bring some small cans of diet coke. How big is the cubby? Would it be better to get cans, a two liter bottle? I won't have visitors because they can't drive...

Solara, why are you being so negative. I'm not ignoring anything. I will ignore negativity. Maybe they had to make changes because of peoples behaviors. I have heard good things from people who have been there this past year from many different forums. You are the only person that is being...

I don't remember it. Maybe she didn't read it. I don't read every thread typed on here. Plus it sounds like she is young and confused by what happened to her.

I am a youth minister. Please go to her and tell her. Tell her that you are scared and that you want to tell someone but you don't know anyone else you can trust. Tell her that you need control of this situation and that the control has been taken from you buy this man/woman who raped you...

Food seems to be a big issue on the floor. Do they provide meals/snacks??? If so what are they like? Can you choose like at a regular hospital?

I suggest getting up and physically going for a walk around the house, running up and down stairs, taking a shower, petting an animal, playing an instrument, writing down what you feel, art work anything, but avoid the room with the knives. When I want to burn myself I do something physically...

I'm a Director for Religious Education and Youth Ministry so I'll be working on Saturday.. We have our First COmmunion Program. I was upset at first that I didn't get in on Monday, but now I realize at least I'll have an extra day to do laundry...llike your hint by the way...and play with the...

HI, I'm glad you warned me about the safety level thing. I wish I could bring my three cats :) I'd rather have them than food. I doubt I would spend $50 on vending, but if we order out that probably adds up quick. I got the call today. I'm going down Tuesday. My psychiaatrist is Dr. Wait...

You are so helpful! I had asked about parking already. They said G lot. I know I'll get on a higher safety level quick because I'm not suicidal nor harming at this point. I think Mon or Tue is my date. Is there a visitor limit? Are the cubby locked. Could I lock my cash in there? How...

Thanks!!! That is helpful. I'll take money, snacks, ear plugs etc. you have been helpful. Are there any hints for me regarding staff personalities. Things that I shouldn't do. I don't want to upset anyone.Oh can I bring crayons, colored pencils???

First, I am very sorry you are experiencing those emotions and fears all over again. You don't deserve that. I too have been contacted by past abusers and know that it is very difficult to work through. If you don't mind I am going to suggest you talk to a detective or police about filing a...

Oh I wish I could cut this feeling away from you. I know it all to well. Try some grounding techniques. I find that distraction helps for me. I have gotten sick in Judd's office (well his bathroom which was attached to his office). It takes time but it will pass. I distract myself by...

Can you register cats?

So I guess this is way more popular than I thought. I always show outward signs when I am anxious. Thanks for sharing everyone. I'll take these ideas into account.

Thank you everyone for sharing. I am doing a lot better. I just wanted to be reassured that I'm not alone and what I am experiencing is indeed a body memory. My therapist was right, but I figured confirmation from the "real" pros would make me feel more normal.

Would someone please explain to me generally what happens during a body memory? My therapist said that's what I'm experiencing. I ended up in the ER because I felt like someone was whipping my back. He explained to me it could be that my body is remembering the physical sensation of what...