Quick definition of emotional abuse: http://dayoneservices.org/what-is-emotional-abuse/ This one is the hardest to recognize for me and the slowest to heal because of the constant erosion of my self worth; I felt their assessment was me. Took many counseling sessions to start breaking through the abusive fog of self doubt, self condemnation, and believing their view…
Universities are starting to publish articles on PTSD, of course CPTSD is not mentioned because it is not yet an “official” diagnosis. Here’s the link to the article. https://www.uab.edu/news/youcanuse/item/10726-ptsd-is-not-just-for-veterans-it-s-a-trauma-disorder-that-affects-millions The part I get frustrated is the bending of the causes to fit their agenda: “We must see PTSD, and other trauma-related disorders, as mental health…
A new year, a new beginning, the same pain and the same challenges. I laughed when a teacher at church shared that he does not make New Year Resolutions because he likes to spread his failures out over the whole year. I hate new year resolutions because I hate the sound of them breaking on…
I enjoyed Christmas this year. That was my goal. I succeeded. However, recovery takes time. I spent the days after Christmas at home. Resting – working quietly. Worked on crocheting and pour painting. I didn’t push myself to accomplish anything. I set my goal to enjoy Christmas, I did. Time to take a victory lap…
PTSD - Accepting, Coping, Thriving 