General Who Do You Turn To And For What Kind Of Support? How Do You Do It?

[Abstract]

Even though I am a hudred times better than in the past I absolutely terrible at asking for what I need.

It is such an important skill. Its wonderful if you have two people who are safe to ask anonymous. Leave the leacturers out of your personal space!!! They haven't earned the right to be there.

 

[anonymous]

I agree with what you've said, Abstract. Thanks.

Those two, I must say, are my therapist (sessions running out) and a woman who works for an organization for women with trauma. I should have written that I hoped she could be one... Tried it last Friday, worked, too, but not sure about the future. We're not friends. We shall see.

Hope you will find a way and people who are safe for you to ask for the support you need, and that you'll get exactly what you need.

 

[Chris516]

Anonymous, In a previous relationship, where the woman was both a victim of child abuse and diagnosed with Bi-Polar Disorder. I supported her, not only by making sure she took her medications. I also had two therapists, one for my own peace of mind. But I had second therapist that specifically helped me understand not just what she went through as a little. But also how she reacted to it.

 

[Never Give Up]

I have 2 friends I can go to that are good listeners. I also find peace of mind by reading my Bible and having a relationship with God. For me, it helps to know that I cannot fix or control my wife with her issues and symptoms. It is hard battle and I have take it day by day.
These forums really help. It is amazing how similar our situations are.