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...When you wear a heavy coat in the summer because the weight is calming, and have to insist to everyone that you "would not be more comfortable taking it off"
...When you are at dinner with friends and can't remember what anyone said, but know EXACTLY how many grains of salt are in the shakers.
I'm going to echo what the others have said: it is not your fault!
I know how hard it can be not to blame yourself, I still do sometimes, but it's really important to remember that you did not do anything to deserve what happened or bring it on yourself. Much easier said, than done, I know.
I guess I should clarify. It's not that I spend all my time on the computer, or incapable of going out with a group. It's specifically in trying to date men again. I can go out with women no problem, but as soon as a guy asks me out, I just can't do it. I start thinking that I'm inviting new...
I'm finding it really hard to be comfortable going on any dates with guys since my trauma. I've been going slow and doing the online thing just to get used to the attention of men not being a bad thing, but then when they ask me out, I start getting panicky and stop talking to them and get...
Hey all. Just wanted to introduce myself. I've been checking the forums on here for a while trying to come to terms with everything, but finally decided to create a profile and join up.
Been dealing with my PTSD for about 2 years now.
I'm not sure how much I'll actually post on here, but still...