How Do You Tell People Close To You?

[Hopefully]

Thanks @Hopefully think im going to aim for baby steps so this week if he asks w...

Do you think he is curious in the fact that he is asking? Is it because he wants to help but just doesn't know how? Do you think he sees you are hurting but doesn't know how to reach out?

Baby steps is a great idea, maybe start with telling him something you discussed in therapy but that doesn't relate to the trauma, maybe some of the things that were discussed when you started going, or some basics principles of therapy. Start small and see how it goes.

 

[Bristol]

Do you think he is curious in the fact that he is asking? Is it because he wants to help but just doe...

Im not really sure what i make of his questions, if im feeling defensive id say that he worries i am talking about him but maybe it as actually interest. I think you might be right in that he knows somethings up but doesnt know how to help, despite hiding my self harm from him the chances are he has seen them one time or another and isnt sure about it.

I have T tomorrow so my main aim is when he says "did you talk to her this time?" Im going to try and say yes or even a bit just something that acknowledges i have something to talk about

 

[Hopefully]

Im not really sure what i make of his questions, if im feeling defensive id say that he worries i a...

You can spend forever second guessing what he really thinks, it can send you into a bit of a spin.

This sounds like a good plans, little steps, bit by bit. Gauge his reaction, you can choose to say more or leave it there.

If tomorrows T session is difficult you know we are all hear to aknowledge, listen and support.

 

[Marie Miguel]

I wasnt overly sure what page to put this on so i have gone for this one but hopefully someone can help...

Hello..first of all, how much do love your husband? If love him dearly then you must be honest to him and release your fears and secret. He is your husband and he is your better half. When you are honest to him, the more he trust you and you will have a healthy relationship.