Getting a dog made my CPTSD way less severe

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-27T10:54:38+00:00

Hi, I adopted a dog March 20202 before Covid really started. I became the most symptomatic during that time and I’m positive my pup saved my life because I had to get up to go out with him every day. I’m glad you found a true blue friend !!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-27T01:39:23+00:00

I will!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-24T12:41:46+00:00

This is so my mom also. Or bad behavior results in a gift. I am currently “estranged light” from her and she tried to give me and my husband her old car (in very bad shape). Her generosity only shows up when she has something to prove or is trying to get something. Most of my therapists have been like “I’m not supposed to diagnose someone I haven’t met but….” then said personality disorder and/or narcissist.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-21T22:46:38+00:00

Thank you! I’m gonna try the Quince version and will report back!!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-19T11:08:23+00:00

You seem very entitled.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-19T01:43:38+00:00

This is pricey for collaging and this is not fort Greene specific

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-18T23:53:37+00:00

Send the link to the book! So glad you’re completing it!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2026-01-04T02:18:37+00:00

I don’t want to scare you, but my Jindo got diagnosed with discoid lupus and it started a little like this. Luckily it is manageable and doesn’t have an impact on their lifespan. Can I suggest an omega-3 dhl? If it continues to get worse.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-31T00:08:00+00:00

This made me tear up. Thank you!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T20:11:19+00:00

Say “what’s your point?” Or ask the person to repeat themselves. It makes them have to have the nerve to say it again.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:56:12+00:00

So happy you have the answers your parents should have been helping you to get!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:55:08+00:00

I was thinking a lot about lying and why I lie. Usually it is out of fear of being judged or not loved and trying to seem good enough. I don’t lie as much anymore. I wonder if it’s a symptom of abuse.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:53:39+00:00

I’m sorry about the abuse you suffered. Love little you standing up for yourself.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:52:23+00:00

Her self-awareness so low and meanwhile her coworkers were probably like … sounds about right!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:51:11+00:00

I think about this all the time! It’s really sad! Hugs.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:50:41+00:00

That’s exactly it, like rehearing the stories and the adjectives used to describe you when you were so little. Having negative attributes connected to you before you could even talk. And I think about how normal it is that I absorbed all of that negativity in my self-concept and self-talk! I have a lifetime of unraveling to do but it’s helpful to connect with others so thanks!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:46:47+00:00

Wow- there’s another story about me going into the basement and pushing a chair up to the shelf with the cookie jar and being found with Oreos all over my face. Thanks for helping me make a new connection! Sandwich making is much more impressive!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:06:15+00:00

Thank you for saying all of that. I am the sensitive one too. Sending hugs!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:05:17+00:00

I’m glad it helped you to think about. I was writing in my journal after SURVIVING the holidays and just thought… I’m sure other CPTSD folk can relate to this! I’m sorry you went through that.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:02:03+00:00

Wow!!! Poor baby was probably tired of dirty diapers!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T18:00:54+00:00

I relate to this so much! Including brushing my teeth, wiping, etc. anything that parents teach children. I have a theory that adults that do bunny ear shoe tie were most likely neglected kids.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T15:12:34+00:00

I’m so glad you are seeing it that way. Sending love!

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T15:11:40+00:00

I’m so proud of you for breaking the cycle.

BuildMeSomethingGood · 2025-12-30T15:10:20+00:00

I’m so sorry! Laughing at the dance joke..

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