I was traumatized when I was very young. I spent my entire life dissociated, disconnected, anxious and depressed. I wanted to feel better but nobody was able to help. Eventually I connected the dots and realized the suffering I experienced had a name and it was "complex trauma".

@CristySnowden @ZoeFenton4 I used to roller coaster between freeze and hyper-anxious for years. Man, that was exhausting, always being on edge, always expecting a disaster to happen.

@paladine my healed child parts bring joy and playfulness to my life. :)

@AimTrue7 🥰💗

@BeachCat24 @juliejuliejroc he's 62. He had a good run.

@nouoriet for some reason you "adding your song to the dark" brought tears to my eyes. Happy tears for your recovery.❤️‍🩹💗

@bbritt8x I've been on psych meds at different times for depression and anxiety. I've always weaned off them after a few years. I don't think anyone should be shamed for psych meds. It's a personal medical choice.

@jacqaburrell9 sure. no problem :)

@LinaBoo8 @helpfortrauma its under this post

@mangopants thanks!!🥰😍

@Johannes101021 🥰☺️😊

@alexane99887 yes, his stuff is amazing! 💗❤️‍🩹

@baloneysalami65 oh yes, I understand that urge to caretake others!

@AimTrue7 True! I felt that heavy feeling for years!

@MaryBethO_ @She_Recovers thanks! :)

This small, seemingly insignificant thing I am now able to do tells me I am getting better. Every time I walk into my bedroom and see my tidy bed, I feel good. This is one of many ways I take care of myself now. Learning to appreciate small wins is so important in recovery.

@youmayhitastar lol I still don't understand what you are trying to say to me.