Thought I Would Try A Post

[gdf]

I thought I would take the next step on the website and try a post...nothing in particular but I would like to say finding this website has been a breath of fresh air. I found some kindred spirits and a place to safely vent over my therapist issues and I appreciate that from all of you. Having PTSD when your family really doesn't understand it is a lonely road. It is nice to have reminders that sufferers live, joke, connect, cook, go to school, work and have normal pieces of their lives...a reminder that the insanity doesn't rule every waking corner of things.

When I looked on-line for support I didn't think I would find much in the way of chatting or interaction. What a blessing. Just connecting to others who have the insomnia, nightmares and panic and being able to feel that link of understanding is a balm to my soul right now.

My computer savvy is low so I am slowing finding my way through the website.

Thanks for doing this Anthony.

Gina AKA gdf

 

[amethist]

Hi gdf

Welcome to the forum.

You have found a great place for advice, help and support.

As well as all the ptsd stuff, we do have a lot of laughs along the way. There are 1 or 2 comedians on here as you have maybe already seen. Loads of other stuff too to get into as you feel able.

Take care and good luck.

Amethist

 

[gdf]

Low Computer Knowledge

Hello Amethist,

Sorry about the title capitalization. I'm not sure what the "cut and paste" from other software means as I am writing directly onto the reply screen. Any ideas? Thanks.

Gina

 

[tryintobreathe]

Gina,

I'm so glad you found the forum. I didn't think I'd find such a great place for contact with other ptsd sufferers either. It is truly is nice to know you've got a group of people who understand and live with ptsd. I had a great time chatting the other day!

Jen

 

[Clydiechick]

Welcome, you are in good company. It is lonely but we are here to offer support.

Clydie

 

[Pixie]

Hi Gina

Just wanted to pop in and say hi. I'm new here too and just finding my way around the site.

Pixie

 

[Spacechic]

Gday Gina..

Welome to the forum. I am new myself and agree with you. This plae is very helpful. I hope to see you around the forums.

Take care

Spacey

 

[Manic11]

GDF,

Welcome to the forum! We are all here to support each other. We all help one another so thank you for joining the link!
I wish you peace and healing.

Manic

 

[gdf]

A Garden Of Solace

Hello All,

Tryin, I'm glad to connect. Your "Friend" offer spurred me on to wander around the site more. Still getting lost but will figure it out or at least I should be able to being a relatively intelligent chick.

This place is a breath of fresh air to me. It's like wandering around a garden full of pretty flowers--you can relax and enjoy yourself and be soothed a little as you go. For a long time I have had no one to talk to about PTSD and how much it can suck. I have had symptoms since I was a kid but got diagnosed in the mid 1990's and did well except for boughts of major depression. I had one friend where I worked, a Viet Nam era vet with PTSD and we used to comiserate but when I left that job I lost that contact. I realized this week, after over a year of struggling with disclosing what happened to me and problems with my latest therapist, that I had the courage to admit to two of my close, supportive colleagues and friends, that I actually had PTSD. For me, a major revelation. I have always guarded this information and been ashamed of the diagnosis. Perhaps being on the forum has given me that courage.

Until I get to the end of my journey, what I carry inside my head will haunt me. It's a process I know and a painful one so I turned to an on line community for support and a little anonymous solace.

Blessing to all.

Gina

 

[ISupportHer]

Welcome

I am glad you are here and felt you could post. I firmly believe that this site makes a difference for an untold nomber of people. I hope that it helps you as you make your journey to healing!

ISH

 

[Jubilation4Me]

Welcome to the forum Gina. I'm sure you'll find loads of helpful and encouraging information on the site. :thumbs-up

 

[Nicky31]

Hello Gina

Nice to have you with us, and I'm glad that you have summoned the courage to post a little hello. This place is here for you as much as anyone else. Do explore, as there is plenty of stuff to read, be inspired and supported by.

See around the place

Nicky:hello: