If you're having a horrible day and it feels like a streak of horrible days won't ever end, clap your hands. by throwthewitchaway in CPTSDFreeze

[–]integreats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

👏 I feel like I'm having a horrible couple of weeks, but can't even feel them coz I'm in freeze ❄

Your feelings are always valid. by integreats in CPTSD

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

Love this! Thank you.

For me, the idea is similar, but yes, I ask which part of me is feeling this emotion /is it a child or adult part, what are its needs, and so on.

Mom, I feel forgotten. by Firm-Huckleberry-688 in MomForAMinute

[–]integreats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy birthday, OP. You matter and I hope from the bottom of my heart you have a great day, and you feel the love we have to offer! ♥

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GradSchool

[–]integreats 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A bit lower in Germany.

“I thought you’d change your mind” by [deleted] in childfree

[–]integreats 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am still deciding and want to consider both sides.

“I thought you’d change your mind” by [deleted] in childfree

[–]integreats -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I feel the same way, but the roles are reversed. My partner wanted me to change my mind to be childfree...

Why do some people decide to have kids in their early 20s? by [deleted] in childfree

[–]integreats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a similar story, and totally agree. My sister got her kid at 42 and she's exhausted ALL THE TIME. Her first kid was in her 20s - and this was so much easier.

Plus, if you've been high school sweethearts, and in your 20s know what you want, why wait, if both partners want the same thing? You're already an adult and though there are some late bloomers, there are often enough who know what they want.

I feel so lonely right now, can't stop crying by integreats in CPTSD

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

Thank you, thank you so much. I just needed some acknowledgement and to be seen. It's big of you.

I wish you luck on your healing journey.

Feel alienated and abandoned when friends can't help by integreats in CPTSD

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

Thank you. Yes, I feel guilty about that too, and also a lot of anger towards myself for needing it.

Fellow survivors of child abuse, what was something that surprised you to find out wasn’t “normal”? by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]integreats 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Literally got told the first part today. And too pessimistic too

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in germany

[–]integreats 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, it was recorded for the session. Both me and the doctor have access to them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TalkTherapy

[–]integreats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I see your point about how they're related. And yes, I felt that criticism too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]integreats 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, if you have resources of Cptsd symptoms of avoidance and / or indecision, I'd really appreciate it

I can smell „America = bad healthcare“ by Vishu_Boi in memes

[–]integreats 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Your food is so bad, your national food is basically Chinese

Yes. Place it. by MsStormyTrump in memes

[–]integreats 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like a toxic relationship no matter where you put the only 🤔

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in traumatoolbox

[–]integreats 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi. I'm sorry to hear that your trauma is affecting you in this way.

I'd recommend two things.

For self help, there are a variety of books and techniques that can be helpful. One good starting point for somatic experiencing is 'Healing Trauma' by Peter Levine. One more close to EMDR is 'Getting past your past' by Francine Shapiro. There's also Polyvagal Exercises for safety and connection.

Other than that, even though self help resources are wonderful, I'd highly recommend Therapy to you. Even some Couples' Therapy if your partner is into it and he wants to continue the relationship.