So I know PTSD and trauma are tough things to deal with, but I have noticed that I am hesitant to get close to people because I don't want to hear about their problems.
From my experiences, most of my friendships/relationships have revolved around the other person's issues trumping everything else. I usually remember what other people tell me but most don't seem to care to remember significant things regarding me.
I have a physical disability which affects my movement, fine motor skills, energy levels in addition to PTSD. People tell me that I don't complain much and whatnot.
However, I have had people who were completely able-bodied and relatively healthy make it sound like that my life is so much easier than theirs seemingly to ignore my very visible physical disability and past traumas. I try to listen and be there, but my empathy seems to be low lately.
How do I work through this emotional burnout in order to connect with people in a more real way?
From my experiences, most of my friendships/relationships have revolved around the other person's issues trumping everything else. I usually remember what other people tell me but most don't seem to care to remember significant things regarding me.
I have a physical disability which affects my movement, fine motor skills, energy levels in addition to PTSD. People tell me that I don't complain much and whatnot.
However, I have had people who were completely able-bodied and relatively healthy make it sound like that my life is so much easier than theirs seemingly to ignore my very visible physical disability and past traumas. I try to listen and be there, but my empathy seems to be low lately.
How do I work through this emotional burnout in order to connect with people in a more real way?