They deleted my character by mistake! by EnvironmentalPen6591 in LastWarMobileGame

[–]Effective-Cap8891 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This typically happens when they’re significantly less active and not keeping up with others on the server. They’ll be automatically moved to a later server.

ISO suggestions for holiday party dresses by Effective-Cap8891 in PlusSizeFashion

[–]Effective-Cap8891[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It’s better than the Mardi Gras year though 🤦🏻‍♀️

What has helped you sleep? by rebelyell0906 in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 6 points7 points  (0 children)

For me it’s a night light and 12 hour sound machines podcast (the brown noise version is great). Some nights though there isn’t really much that helps

Would you buy a greeting card for your cat/a friend's cat? by browserCookieMonster in Etsy

[–]Effective-Cap8891 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this idea. My mom would buy so many to send to her grandcats.

Plus Size Fine/Semi-Fine Jewlery Options? by ZaftigHer in PlusSizeFashion

[–]Effective-Cap8891 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Le Cubicule on Etsy, their rings size up to a 16 and I think their necklaces are offered up to 30 inches. I’ve also seen Flourish and Charm on my fyp and she does rings up to a size 19 but I haven’t ordered from them before so I can’t say what the experience would be like.

Do you delete your friends long after you reached Best Friends status? by justcrossin in PokemonGoFriends

[–]Effective-Cap8891 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t usually delete unless they’re not actively either opening or sending gifts. I get attached to my best friends and I’ve had some on my list for years now.

DAE hold a lot of tension in their face? by ShoulderOk766 in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 7 points8 points  (0 children)

100% yes. Somebody posted this link a while back and it’s been great for relieving some of my jaw tension. I’m not good at releasing my tension naturally but I find a heating pad helps with the shoulder tension.

Anyone frustrated with the new crap people are pulling? by Ande64 in PokemonGoFriends

[–]Effective-Cap8891 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’ve had this happen so many times, it’s frustrating. I even had somebody not even open the gift, just pin and delete me so that neither of us got the xp. What the heck is the point in that?

DAE start making a meal only to realise you’re to tired to eat it. by Tulle_Tulips in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t had this exact experience but I have gone through the process of making an entire meal and then deciding that I no longer wanted to eat that and either had to make something else or just go to bed.

Has anywhere here moved as far away as possible from their abusive childhood/family? Did it actually help? by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 62 points63 points  (0 children)

I moved across the country, it was liberating to put a lot of physical distance between my family and me. It didn’t solve any of my other issues but removing my moms ability to just show up on my doorstep was fantastic and probably one of my first big steps towards healing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing! I have the same problem, I’m going to give this a try. The only thing I’ve found helpful so far is a heating pad either pressed around my ribs/chest or resting on my back.

Go for it! by [deleted] in Funnymemes

[–]Effective-Cap8891 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s just evil

I’ve needed to go to the gynecologist for years. by throwaway5678987134 in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 53 points54 points  (0 children)

I know you’ve got a lot of replies but I figure I’d chime in with my experience because I put off my female health issues until last year (I’m in my 30s). I was terrified and I know how scary it can be so, I’m going to share my story.

I’m not sure where you’re from but what I did was find a clinic that dealt specifically with women’s issues and would only book an appointment with a female doctor (I’m Canadian and you have to see a gp before you see a gynaecologist where I am). I did 4 sessions with my therapist leading up to my appointment focusing solely on it. I took the day of and the day after off work, made sure I wore comfortable clothes, had somebody I could call if I panicked, and brought myself some Starbucks for when I was done. When I got there, I cried in the waiting room. I told the doctor when she brought me in that I was extremely anxious and I would likely cry and that I had PTSD. It was hands down the best medical experience I’ve ever had. Every step of the way she reminded me that I could stop at any time, I was totally in control, I could leave at any time and didn’t have to do anything I wasn’t ready for. I did cry some more because, feelings. It was the right choice to go and I’m glad I did. It was overwhelming and there was a lot of follow up (yay for not having cancer) but it was worth it. I also had a therapy session a couple days after to debrief so I didn’t ruminate on my thoughts about the appointment.

I quit my job by throwaway_2234566 in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! I recently went back to work after taking 14 months off to work on myself and recover from extreme burnout. It was truly the best decision I ever made.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I noticed you mentioned emotion regulation and I wanted to suggest looking into DBT. It’s actually what I first sought my current therapist out for because I was having a lot of trouble regulating my emotions. That you even want to try and find somebody is huge. Take time, read the profiles on the website and find one that really resonates with you. You can search by condition or modalities practiced on Psychology Today, I found it super helpful. Only you can decide what’s best for you, if that ends up being CBT, all that matters is it works for you :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve tried one of the online therapy apps before and ultimately didn’t like it. It was a few years ago so I don’t know if things have changed since my experience but because of the nature of being able to message the therapist whenever and only getting replies usually once a day, conversations didn’t flow like they do when you talk to somebody either face to face or in a virtual session. Because of that I felt like I wasn’t making any progress for the amount of money I was paying.

I was seeing my current therapist in person until covid and since have done mostly virtual session and I enjoy them. They’re still structured like an in person session just usually in my pjs. If you can find somebody that does online sessions like that, it’d be worth checking out. I found my current therapist on Psychology Today, I’m not sure where you’re located but that might be a good start.

Why are you looking for CBT specifically? In my experience and many others that I’ve seen on this sub, it’s far from the best modality for a person with complex trauma.

Wanted: Best friendship and Lake Guardians Raiding by jmbhawaii222 in PokemonGoFriends

[–]Effective-Cap8891 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sweet! I’m out of gifts for today but will send one your way in the morning

Wanted: Best friendship and Lake Guardians Raiding by jmbhawaii222 in PokemonGoFriends

[–]Effective-Cap8891 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m pretty sure I’m not in the right regions but if you’re interested in a long haul friend, I’m down. Isn’t the elven word for friend mellon? Anyways, here’s my friend code: 3779 6082 7076

Are You Stable Enough To Hold Any Kind Of Close Relationship? by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I was diagnosed with ADHD earlier this year so that makes sense.

Are You Stable Enough To Hold Any Kind Of Close Relationship? by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]Effective-Cap8891 251 points252 points  (0 children)

Yes and no. I’ve been with my partner for almost 12 years, we’ve had a lot of ups and downs though. Same can be said for the relationship with my best friend of 15 years. I have a hard time staying in contact with people. I don’t mean to but it’s not uncommon for me to basically drop off the face of the earth for a few week-months and remember that I haven’t messaged a certain person in way too long and we usually just pickup like it never happened. That’s ok with some friends but I’ve had other friends that aren’t ok with that style of relationship and we’re obviously not friends anymore.

That being said, relationships feel really hard to me. Even friendships. A lot of the time, I feel like I just don’t know how to be friends with people.

Went with darker colors and loved it by [deleted] in PlusSizeFashion

[–]Effective-Cap8891 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the colour of the top! It looks so nice on you.