It is a long hike

[wallygator]

I remember when I was hospitalized and was being discharged, my favorite nurse person and my doctor both told me a story how my life was going to be like a hike on a mountain of sand, and that when I got to the top that I should not be surprised to see another mountain to climb, possibly for the rest of my life. I always remembered that conversation and feelng numb to it. today I was looking for information on CPTSD recovery and if it is possible to recover, and I found this article from psychology today which talks about what that nurse and doctor told me 30 years ago… that the road to recovery is a long hike through the wilderness. I have linked that article in case you want to read about it. There is hope for us and we can feel assured that if we try we can hike farther and learn to be at peace within ourselves.

Is It Possible to Fully Recover From Complex PTSD?

C-PTSD recovery is subjective and complex, spanning stabilization to integration. Success varies, with progress marked by emotional, mental, physical, and behavioral changes.

www.psychologytoday.com

 

[arfie]

good article, wally. thank you.

personally, i see curing c-ptsd as finding a cure for the common me. i wouldn't wish my childhood journey on anyone, but the journey out from under the underbelly of the u.s. opulence of the 60's led me a life i fully appreciate and a me i mostly enjoy being. why would i want to cure that?

stay brave, my healing warrior. healing happens. i hope it happens to you.

 

[PamelaS]

Thank you for sharing. My abuse is from my husband. Can’t seem to get free of it, but this is a season where I am dedicating time and effort to walk that journey. Best wishes as you continue on your healing journey.