Relationship Positive Changes?

[sthrngirl]

I have been with my boyfriend for about 6 months now. I feel that he is changing in so many positive ways. I know a lot of it has to do with me and me getting "use" to this type of relationship, but once I did that, things are much more functional.

There are things I am still waiting on; meeting parents, friends, the more so emotional conversations (i love yous), etc.

Has anyone else experienced this? Where at first the relationship seemed iffy and you weren't sure if you could handle, yet you stuck it out and you slowly started to see progress?

I definitely understand that people with PTSD do not think in the "same terms". It took time to figure out what triggers his bad moods, etc. I guess I just kind of want some feedback on anyone's current/past relationship with a partner with PTSD. I would also love to hear from any sufferers as well, any advice would be so appreciated. I am constantly wanting to learn and know as much as I can about this so I can offer the best support to him that I can.

 

[franciemarnie]

My experience is what you see when you meet a person is - at best - pretty much who they will continue to be. Unless they are working on changing themselves.

 

[sthrngirl]

I definitely agree. He seems to be trying his best to think before he reacts. I try to help him realize that the things that are making him angry are not worth being angry over. He kind of set his mind to certain things making him mad