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MyPTSD Pro
what has been invaluable is a sense of integration. that comes from being able to speak with people who do not view my experiences as... (i'm trying to find an adjective. but i'm going about this wrong.) that people here probably do view my experiences as insane and abnormal. but they don't view me as insane and abnormal.
the feelings of alienation that plagued me for my whole life are eased here. and because of the nature of this space it has facilitated my ability to speak honestly about my life. although that is still quite challenging for me. i have named some pretty f*cking drastic things. and no one here has rejected me. or told me to leave. or to stop talking.
people here are for the most part kind. the moderation team is very effective at keeping this place safe. and the more that you do it. the easier it gets. it's basic cbt. when you first try to name things it feels literally impossible. and you might spiral out for a while. but then you just do it again and again. being unable to fully name these things in real life.
it made this place for me in particular very helpful. and i would argue somewhat necessary.
the feelings of alienation that plagued me for my whole life are eased here. and because of the nature of this space it has facilitated my ability to speak honestly about my life. although that is still quite challenging for me. i have named some pretty f*cking drastic things. and no one here has rejected me. or told me to leave. or to stop talking.
people here are for the most part kind. the moderation team is very effective at keeping this place safe. and the more that you do it. the easier it gets. it's basic cbt. when you first try to name things it feels literally impossible. and you might spiral out for a while. but then you just do it again and again. being unable to fully name these things in real life.
it made this place for me in particular very helpful. and i would argue somewhat necessary.