Nervous... But Hello

[OnTheVerge]

Hi everyone, I've been lurking for awhile and just registered here. So I thought I'd say hello. I'm really new to learning about PTSD. Was told by my therapist about a month ago, after finally telling her something that no one knew about me, that she thinks I'm suffering from PTSD. Which made me feel strange, but after reading up about it it's starting to make sense. I guess I'm just here to learn a bit, figure myself out, have a place for support when therapy gets difficult. Thanks for reading.

 

[gdf]

Welcome, this is definitely a good place to explore.

Gina

 

[Llama]

Welcome to the fold, I hope that you are able to find some peace here.

 

[tryintobreathe]

Welcome to the forum. I was just diagnosed with PTSD last October after finally telling my therapist about being molested as a child. Until then, I had told no one...it was something I had planned on taking to my grave. At first, I didn't really believe I had PTSD until I started learning about it. It was actually a relief because it made so much sense of my life and all my "quirks". I have found some great support here, some excellent information and also some wonderful friends.

Jen

 

[suzie q]

Welcome and glad you stopped "lurking" and registered! :) lol

This site has so much to offer you while you are learning about PTSD. I have found this sight to be informative and compassionate without the judgments. We are here to support each other in a kind and truthful environment by sharing our experiences. I love the fact that I can read as much as I want, take what I need to help me make choices, and leave the rest. I hate only having one perspective when times are tough.

Share this site with your therapist. It's a really great tool in processing memories and emotions. Posting replies or new questions seems to help me focus on what I can do to gain tools and self-awareness to stop the PTSD spiral. Reading and not posting seems to leave me feeling empty...but that's about me.
Hope to see you around...

suzie q

 

[Clydiechick]

Welcome. Join the madness, you are in good company. You should find lots of support here.

Take care, look forward to seeing you lurking around :0

Clydiechick