After An "episode"/meltdown-

[OKRADLAK]

I had that terrible meltdown yesterday. I am seeing it is harder to recover. It used to be that I would have one, go to sleep, and be better the next day. Now it takes days to feel OK again. I mean physically. Emotionally.,once seriously triggered, it can take weeks and always had taken longer.

I am so drained.

They are monitoring me for neurodegenerative that I think if it ihappens, is caused from PTSD.

I am in a bad place still, but not like yesterday. So I am laying low. I miss the people I was hanging out with almost daily. I can't tell this.

 

[Heather]

((((Okradlak))))

PTSD is very draining. You need to rest and take as best care of yourself as possible. I KNOW the FEElING. I'm still recovering from my episode.

Hang In There.

Hugs and Much Love.

Heather.

 

[Sethe]

Okradlak:

I'm sorry you're having a hard time. Like Heather and you, I also know how much it can suck dog turds.

Not fun stuff!

Rest. Drink strong tea if you like it. Something soothing and warm. Try a heating pad on your feet or a good foot soak. Rub lotion on your hands. Hold a warm drink in your hands.

Breathe.

Relax.

Ya' got anyone who can help you relax? Pets work too. They love you no matter what.

 

[Venator]

-hugs-

I had a bad explosion yesterday. I'm still feeling raw from it too :(

IT is just so incredibly draining, I completely agree. Feels like I'm digging a ditch in 110 degree weather, high UV index with concrete shoes on sometimes.

 

[Crl1983]

I know the feeling, I had a meltdown that lasted almost a week. It just started going away a couple days ago. I am just doing the best I can to take it easy. I haven't even been able to listen to music since this last episode for fear of any little thing triggering another. Resting, keeping things quiet and peaceful. Try doing little things to soothe yourself. Bubble baths, tea, warm blankets, a good book or movie.

 

[OKRADLAK]

Funny you should mention music as a trigger. It can manipulate my emotions as well. Sometimes it is good, other times, I have to be so careful. I try not to make any big decisions in this state of mind, but it can't always be avoided.