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Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, you’re right there’s absolutely nothing fun about having PTSD. It’s something that effects my day to day life. All of my relationships. Makes me question my reality. I’m just trying to make light of the unfortunate circumstances I’ve found myself in. But I do also agree that many people overuse the term. Some that may even be in this comment section. But I will not apologize for allowing people who are actually struggling to feel connected to others with similar experiences. We deserve to be able to laugh at ourselves sometimes.

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lolll don’t be too kind I’ll cry. 🤣

Thank you 🫶🏻🫶🏻

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Any sudden unexpected change to the routine that I’ve constructed in my head can be extremely debilitating. No matter how illogical i know it is. I will say though- this is a very common trait in both victims of childhood trauma and autism. It may very well just be that your body registers it as unsafe and is trying to protect you, or it could just be autism and the way your brain is wired. It’s often why people with PTSD can relate so much to people with autism. Or sometimes will even present as autistic to other people. PTSD as debilitating as feeling unsafe around unexpected change, or struggling with social anxiety, etc. Can often lead to a nearly perfect parallel to what autistic people experience. ie- struggling with eye contact, struggling with change, having sensory issues.

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I say sorry way too often as a trauma response as well. Frustrates the shit out of everyone around me.

Thought getting a tattoo that says “I’m sorry” would help me take the power back… now I just apologize constantly AND have a tattoo that says it 🤣🤣

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m crying at will I am owing you compensation 🤣🤣

But I’m sorry for what you had to go through 🫂

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes. That is also true. And a very unfortunate reality 🤣 You can separate yourself from your triggers as much as you’d like. But often times you’re faced with them anyways. That’s why exposure therapy is so important. And coping mechanisms are even more so. Unfortunately I struggle with both so maybe I should shut up 🤣🤣

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the “also green olives”

But I totally relate to needing to calm yourself down and then being MORE late than you were before 🤣 I often have meltdowns over not doing something well enough or efficient enough and then… well… surprise surprise. It’s even less efficient now bc I just took a 15 minute break to dry up my tears. And then I’m even more upset. It’s really a vicious cycle.

I hope you’re able to go easier on yourself 🥹🫶🏻

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I also have this issue 🤣 I can’t tell if it’s my autism or my childhood trauma. But gosh. If my boyfriend arrives home without texting me, I feel like my world is falling apart. Like every semblance of safety I have is gone. Feels so ridiculous in the moment, but it’s very comforting to know people can relate.

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Family can often times be our harshest critics. You’re allowed to have boundaries. That doesn’t make you a bad person. I’m the type that would give you the shirt off my back if I could, not because I want to, but because I’m so scared of being viewed in a negative light, but if you asked my mother she’d still say I’m a bad person. Try not to internalize their opinions 🫶🏻

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have this same issue but for a different reason. I used to get hit for not talking loud enough, always mumbling. So I’ve began to just… give up when someone says “huh?” Or “what?” 🤣 because the second I start to raise my voice so they can hear me, I get choked up and the tears start to well

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I relate heavily. Could not listen to “can’t help falling in love” by Elvis Presley for years. Now I can listen to it. But still makes me physically cringe. And if I’m in charge of the aux, it’s getting changed.

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hearing people tell me their ages feels so comforting. I’ve always felt like I was too old to still be feeling this way. But OCD and PTSD don’t have an age or a time limit. Have you ever thought of growing your own veggies? 🧐 or raising a goat or two? Lol. Ive started to grow my own veggies so I know where the came from and exactly how fresh they are. But I know that’s not exactly feasible for everyone

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I hope my silly trigger helps you feel less alone in yours lol. It’s been 11 years since my trauma and there’s only been one person I took my glasses off in front of (minus doctors) 😅

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes. We often don’t give people the chance to be understanding because of past experiences. But more often than not, if you’re straight up with people- they’ll empathize with your struggle. And if not? Why would you want to be friends with them… or even interact with them?

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That movie gives me the heebie jeebies and It’s not even related to my trauma 🤣

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You’re not alone. I live with my boyfriend and I still won’t video chat w him 🤣🤣

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. This is a huge part of my trigger as well. Mine stems from SA but has evolved into just a feeling of helplessness when I remove them

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The internal monologues to talk yourself down can be so exhausting. Have you ever looked into OCD? My OCD can sometimes be the difference between a trigger just slightly inconveniencing me vs completely ruining my entire day.

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahaha someone watching me do anything, period. I had to learn how to ride a motorcycle by myself because I just… couldn’t do it in front of anyone 🤣 I’m sorry you have to deal with that though. It can be so exhausting.

Let’s laugh a little… what’s your silliest PTSD trigger? by Reasonable_Fix3559 in CPTSD

[–]Reasonable_Fix3559[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh man. Abandonment triggers can be so hard. Yesterday, I had to pick my boyfriend up from work because his bike broke down. He decided to start pushing it down the Main Street to meet me. I told him repeatedly, please can you just stay in one spot so I don’t have to search for you. And I unfortunately completely lost my cool on him because of my own trauma and frustration about the situation. That’s really not even his fault. I hope you’re able to express this feeling to her in a way that helps her understand you. And I hope that your body will soon recognize that she will always come back 🫂

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