I experienced art therapy when I changed my college major to photography. My camera became a key that unlocked images and emotions I didn’t know were possible. I spent 10 years finishing my degree. I was blessed with so many rich experiences. Here is an article that shares basic information about Art therapy. I believe…
PTSD Facebook groups are working at sharing information about PTSD. Most of what I read is fairly accurate from the information I have. I am passing it along here and on my other blog. This is one of the best definitions I have read. I am a big believer that knowledge is power. Taking back…
I used this technique but didn’t have a spiffy name for it. My sister calls it Mini-Mental Vacation. Sitting at my computer I can visit some place else. A few minutes on a favorite blog, search for yummy cookies recipes, or images from awesome fellow photographers it is a few moments to set aside worry,…
My sister and I both are encountering several different references to Intrusive thoughts. This video is one of the references to intrusive thoughts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CPqpJSibQg&feature=share My sister’s question “Doesn’t everyone?” frames what I thought. Doesn’t everyone have intrusive thoughts? Apparently, no, many people do not have intrusive thoughts. I do. Here is Judy’s link to get…
People with PTSD are starting to speak up. The military led the way to open conversation about PTSD. Their posts, articles and information goes along way to helping anyone with PTSD. My sister (http://theprojectbyjudy.wordpress.com/2014/11/25/help-for-the-coming-holiday/) shared a link that I believe is helpful. http://canadianveteransadvocacy.com/comingbackhome/?p=864 I’m not reading much right now…After thanksgiving at my house I’ll be…
Lying low and dropped into survival mode. I am posting several ideas on coping with the holidays on my other blog. http://weareone-ruth.blogspot.com/2014/11/exit-plan-or-not.html Holiday challenge is tough. Each year I think I will breeze right through and each year I struggle. I am better at preparing in advance but the challenge is still nipping at my…
If you have Facebook account…..find Warrior’s Landing. Their ideas and continuing support is a great resource. Warrior’s Landing If you are wondering why you have difficulty leading up to anniversaries of traumatic dates – YOU ARE NOT ALONE. These dates can creep up on us and without realizing it often weeks or more before, the…
Power of gratitude is amazing. For me it is one of the most powerful coping tools. Here is some of the reasons why….. 1. I recognize that good things are happening in my life. 2. I look for and see the silver linings on dark clouds. 3. Small things that often get ignored are noticed…
Lately, I have read so many amazing blogs about PTSD. I was beginning to wonder if my little voice was worth putting out there. Well tonight, I was reading comments on one of those amazing blogs and I encountered this, “It is not like PTSD is permanent, like Manic Depression, it is learned so…
It’s supposed to be fun…..Right. It supposed to be silly……Right. It supposed to ………..doesn’t mean a thing when landing on triggers. I happen to love Halloween. Over on my other blog I posted links to some delightful fun links that I enjoy. http://weareone-ruth.blogspot.com/2014/10/happy-haunting-halloween.html Unfortunately, it isn’t all fun and parties for some people. Unfortunately, some…
PTSD - Accepting, Coping, Thriving 