I Told My Mum

[Auburngirl]

I've been dealing with all of this for about three years, in treatment for around 2, and wondering about telling my mum for about 1.5 years. I've gotten close - planned to, printed out documents, but didn't follow through. I was concerned that I'd be another worry for them, or that they'd think I was pathetic.

I finally told my mum (who I'm sure would have told my dad), and she seemed relieved, and glad I'd gotten such good care (she wanted to know if I'd seen a psychiatrist and if I was on medication and was relieved by yesses to both), and that I was taking a responsible approach to it. It actually seemed like she's less worried now, and now I'm more comfortable visiting them, and they seem more understanding of my needs to sleep (sometimes excessively) and study.

No one in my life seems to get what a big deal this is for me (of the small group who know), my immediate reaction was - somebody needs to take me out for dinner !! I think it's the bravest thing I've ever done - not that it's necessary a big deal in the abstract, but it was something I was really worried about and really feared. And I did it, and it was okay. Anyways, I'm proud of myself.

 

[Mina]

Way to go, Auburngirl!!! That took guts! :thumbs-up

I'm also glad to hear your mother responded well. :smile:

 

[Ursa]

You are very corageous!!!:clap::clap::clap:

 

[kers]

Wow, you are BRAVE! I am so impressed. Glad, too, that your mom responded well, by showing concern for you and your treatment. I hope you can continue to discuss this with her so that she can lend some support.

Good for you!

 

[Dylan]

Big Congratulations Auburn Girl!

I hope you DID get to celebrate and go out to dinner. I'm really glad that your mom was/is understanding and supportive. Sounds like a big load off and a big step! KUDOS. :clap:

-Dylan

 

[Claire]

Well done! You should be proud of yourself and you're very lucky that your Mum was so understanding, its got to make things easier. :occasion:

 

[Deleted member 541]

That was a huge step for you......Admitting to ourselves in one thing, admitting to others is different. I'm glad that they are so supportive.....

 

[Auburngirl]

Thanks you guys! I still haven't celebrated.

 

[pandora]

That is awesome!!!! My Mom was not recetive years ago..now she knows about the ptsd and she has said she was sorry and that was all I needed. We both agreed not to rehash the past with each other..I do that here and with a therapist and for what it is worth it is working for us know....great job talking to your Mom. I know how hard that is!