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Thank you both for your responses... I leave tonight for the cottage and I'm very uneasy. Is it weird that the thing I'm fearing the most is the men in my family wanting to hug me? I always feel like a huge freak when I make some excuse and quickly jet the other way or jump 5 feet into the air...

Heathers posts reminded me of something I wanted to share... I work as a cashier at a grocery store. I had a really nasty customer yell at me because we had no turkeys left. I explained that we will have more in tomorrow and she is more than welcome to come back tomorrow to get some. She said...

My grandparents have owned their cottage for almost 25 years. The whole family (including extended family) uses this cottage. We all go there to celebrate different occasions. I have a lot of memories there, especially as a child. But a lot of the memories I have are being abused by my father...

I recommend bringing something to ground yourself if you can. Holding a smooth rock in your hand while your hand is in your pocket, music that helps calm you, a book to read, knitting, etc. Something to keep your mind busy may help a little bit. It worth a shot? Manic

Ah yes. So do I. 1 snake, 2 birds, 2 dogs, 2 rats and 2 brothers. :eek: Thanks Kat! He is very smart, very quick learner but he does have his dopey puppy "duhhh" moments. Lol! But yes, it is a good mix. He learned 'sit', 'come' and 'down' from watching my other dog. He learned all of that in 2...

Today is ISupportHer's birthday! He has always been there for me when I needed support and is a good friend. So this is one way that I wanted to say thank you! Happy Birthday Support! P.S. Support is hard at work at the moment... Who works on their birthday? :think: Lol Manic

Monarch, I know this feeling very well. I'm sure most of us do. But remember, that even though you feel like its easier to keep it all in, it isn't a good idea. It may feel like it's easier at first but then it will build up, your trust issues would get worse and that's how meltdowns happen...

That's very good of you to support him as well in your time of need. And I understand it can be hard/scary to tell him but remember that when you do get a chance, it would be a good idea to tell your husband. He could even help ground you during panic attacks. Good luck, Hun! Manic

So as some of you know, I have a new puppy (pictures of him on my profile). He's almost 10 months old now but he's quite big. He's a jet black Golden Doodle (Golden Retriever and a Poodle) and weighs about 80 - 90 pounds and still growing! He is expected to be over 100 pounds. Anyway, I've never...

:rofl:This thread cheered me up Manic

S&S, Well may I start off by saying how strong you are. I know how it is to have someone very close pass away. :Hug_emoticon: Practice some grounding techniques so that if you do get triggered you can keep it under control. Also remember that if you do get triggered and you need a break...

It sounds like a panic attack to me. There are threads on grounding techniques all over the site. But you have to remember that: There is nothing wrong with you A panic attack cannot and will not kill you You are, in fact, safe You can do this. Next time this happens, remember these things...

Sometimes I feel the emotion and just don't know what it is. Where as other times, something will happen and I won't feel anything about it when I know I should. I have apparently had PTSD since I was very young so I don't know when this started. I do, however, know that when I was growing up I...

I wish I could do that! Set the boundaries and stick to them because its good for ME. I have a horrible habit of letting others walk all over me. I feel horrible, just horrible about myself, if I tell someone else no and it inconveniences them. I feel that I should be the one that is put out...

S&S, Welcome to the full member area! Lol! I completely understand what you're saying. I have been losing interest in spending time with a lot of friends that I used to and would rather just read a book and sleep the day away. I have isolated myself lately and I know its wrong. It's not good...

Kat, I have lost so many friends because I cannot open up or express my feelings. Many tell me that I just don't care or I don't trust them. The fact is, even if I trust someone with my life, I don't know how to open up. I try my hardest but I just don't know how! It's so difficult. Stand by...

This Ends Now, I believe you. :Hug_emoticon: Manic

In my opinion, Wattle, I think that talking to a therapist at all is a great step! You should definitely be proud of the progress you made. But there does come a time where you do have to make the next step. Sometimes it is very uncomfortable but also sometimes you have to give yourself that...

There was always pressure in high school. But these days, it's not even pressure anymore. You have to look this way and do these things. It's required. Girls that are more than 90 pounds need to lose weight for the boys to even look at them or treat them with any respect, they have to be looking...

Fayfair, There's no rush! When the time comes, you will go. Take care of yourself! Manic

Fayfair, Don't feel like a coward! I completely understand. I have bad panic attacks whenever I have to leave the house and if men get within 5 feet of me, my anxiety kicks in to overdrive. I don't think this forum could really take the place of a support group. I mean there is a ton of...

A-C, Good for you for posting this! I know how much courage it takes! You should be proud of yourself! I have been through very similar events so I do understand. Please know that you are not alone. Thank you for sharing this with us. :smile: Manic

Hello Sticks and Stones! Welcome to the forum! I just wanted to tell you that next time you start to feel like you're a freak, remember that normal people are boring! That's what I always tell myself when I start to feel like a freak. :thumbs-up Manic

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who helped answer my questions. I was very worried of offending anyone. I appreciate it! Peace And Healing Manic

Good for you! Remember, when starting your diary you don't to let it out all at once. Feel free to write as much as you are comfortable writing. And take care of yourself! That's also very important. Manic