6 years ago my father was killed in an accident. Shock/denial/depression ... the usually grieving symptoms all came and went. I felt like I had things under control.
But recently, I've found that very soon after being in an emotionally involved relationship, I become consumed with fear. I feel extremely vulnerable, and try to withdraw/detach.
It seems to be related to the feelings I have for my significant other - the more I like them, the more intense these feelings of fear become.
I have trouble sleeping, I feel nauseous, and become consumed by irrational thoughts of losing them, or getting hurt again. Both of which do nothing but harm to an otherwise healthy relationship.
Any thoughts/advice/words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated.
Jay
But recently, I've found that very soon after being in an emotionally involved relationship, I become consumed with fear. I feel extremely vulnerable, and try to withdraw/detach.
It seems to be related to the feelings I have for my significant other - the more I like them, the more intense these feelings of fear become.
I have trouble sleeping, I feel nauseous, and become consumed by irrational thoughts of losing them, or getting hurt again. Both of which do nothing but harm to an otherwise healthy relationship.
Any thoughts/advice/words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated.
Jay