creative_writerSenior Contributor
Constant flashbacks
Does anyone else struggle with daily flashbacks? I keep getting somatic flashbacks day after day and it’s so exhausting
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Constant flashbacks
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JynxModerator
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Maybe you could talk a bit about how you've felt judged in the past, as a way of sort of pointing out that this is a delicate topic for you @creative_writer? Could also help to reflect on what support might look like - i.e. if the appointment unfolded in an ideal way, what would you want the outcome to be?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx I could explaining how it feels delicate.
Ideally I would feel heard and the GP would be non-judgemental. I think there is a lot of power in just feeling heard in a safe space. I won’t be telling him my whole life story, but enough for him to be able to support me
Ideally I would feel heard and the GP would be non-judgemental. I think there is a lot of power in just feeling heard in a safe space. I won’t be telling him my whole life story, but enough for him to be able to support me
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JynxModerator
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@creative_writer definitely things you can highlight at the beginning. Especially if you are more looking for a safe space, vs looking for suggestions or solutions. Or maybe you do want to put together some sort of plan, but maybe you need to feel held and heard first.
Whatever unfolds, I hope it's what you're needing 🤞💜
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx my mental health is mostly managed by my mental health team, so I don’t intend to go into detail. I will still need to provide some context. He is guided by my MH supports and won’t overstep. I never told him about the nature of trauma because I am not sure it is the right space to bring that up. Even if I were to tell him one day about nature of trauma, I would never go into detail. I don’t do details anymore even with my mental health supports because it’s too much.
I think in a way I felt ashamed to admit my history with suicidality. I know it’s relevant clinical knowledge and I can’t avoid it. I am a complex client and my supports have had concerns around risk in the past. I may not be actively suicidal or have urges, and I hope it never happens again. I know the chance of getting suicidal thoughts again is far from zero
I think in a way I felt ashamed to admit my history with suicidality. I know it’s relevant clinical knowledge and I can’t avoid it. I am a complex client and my supports have had concerns around risk in the past. I may not be actively suicidal or have urges, and I hope it never happens again. I know the chance of getting suicidal thoughts again is far from zero
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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I’ve been having it rough with flashbacks today. I cried this morning, it all feels like a lot. It’s been hard to minimise exposure to triggers
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AltZing-ConnectModerator
Re: Constant flashbacks
Hi creative_writer,
I read your recent your recent post. I can hear that today has been heavy for you.
Constant flashbacks can be intense and at the same time exhausting leaving you feeling emotionally overwhelmed.
Everyone is different, so I am wondering, when you have had days like this before, what has helped even a little? Sometimes little actions can make a difference.
A gentle reminder that we sit with you on this forum which can bring a sense of safety.
I encourage you to engage with what works for you regarding self-care and to be gentle with yourself as you settle down later tonight knowing that we are here for you.
Take care and always remember to reach out as you have done tonight.
Warmly
AltZing-Connect
I read your recent your recent post. I can hear that today has been heavy for you.
Constant flashbacks can be intense and at the same time exhausting leaving you feeling emotionally overwhelmed.
Everyone is different, so I am wondering, when you have had days like this before, what has helped even a little? Sometimes little actions can make a difference.
A gentle reminder that we sit with you on this forum which can bring a sense of safety.
I encourage you to engage with what works for you regarding self-care and to be gentle with yourself as you settle down later tonight knowing that we are here for you.
Take care and always remember to reach out as you have done tonight.
Warmly
AltZing-Connect
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@AltZing-Connect I’m curled up in bed right now because it helps me feel safer. I find grounding, safe place imagery, music, prayer, writing, watching Tv, reading helpful.
Working on a triggering assignment took a lot out of me. I need to get it finished soon. I know I can only do the best I can to self-regulate while I do it.
I was reflecting this morning and ended up crying. I think there was a mix of emotions, it wasn’t just sadness
Working on a triggering assignment took a lot out of me. I need to get it finished soon. I know I can only do the best I can to self-regulate while I do it.
I was reflecting this morning and ended up crying. I think there was a mix of emotions, it wasn’t just sadness
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JynxModerator
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@creative_writer it sounds like you feel like you're going to be in control and that you're making this choice for the right reasons for your needs. I hope you're proud of yourself for doing so even through the shame 💜
I'm hoping the cry from this morning helped you to release some stuff. And that you're heading into (or already in) dreamland about now 😊
Hugs ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝♡
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx GP appointment went okay, but he wants me to monitor my somatic symptoms. I just gave him a general gist of the situation and told him how uni was a major trigger for me. I do cringe a bit at my word choice and sort of wish I worded it a bit more softly.
I have my psych appointment this afternoon and have lots to talk about. I feel like I haven't just been struggling with my mental health but also spiritually. Trauma has left a wound that has left me feeling worthless and paralysed by intense shame
I have my psych appointment this afternoon and have lots to talk about. I feel like I haven't just been struggling with my mental health but also spiritually. Trauma has left a wound that has left me feeling worthless and paralysed by intense shame
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JynxModerator
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I'm glad you got through the appt okay @creative_writer and I hope you got to discuss your spiritual concerns with your psych this arvo 💜
