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Anyone Else With PTSD?

Mental Health | Last Active: Nov 26, 2023 | Replies (666)
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@parus

I have got to get myself back on track..I am the only one that can do so. The depression is taking over and I don't want to be around anyone. I cannot find my smiley face for now. This time of the year nearly always catches off guard...42 years ago on 10/26 my dad blew his brains out. I do not fault him for doing so as...no wonder my mental status is at the bottom of the vortex. I am being melodramatic...that was a long time ago. He was always the happy face and everyone loved him. He never appeared sad and helped others so much. Anyway, bummed...Every time I leave home I get scared. Dumb, so dumb to allow PTSD do this so severely.
Thanks as it helps some to come here...Be assured I am not as pathetic as my words express. I am strong...

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peach414144 | @peach414144 | Oct 22, 2017

dear parus i know that i am not the only one to share in your pain with you. we care for you and your suffering. you are truly not alone. you have become a strong and understanding person. we know you and whatever comes your way be assured you can handle it. i understand for i am ptsd myself. you do not stand a;one WE STAND TOGETHER. love and caring peachbarbara

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Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Oct 23, 2017

Hi, @parus--sounds like yesterday was a really tough day. Doesn't seem melodramatic or surprising at all that you would feel depressed this time of year around the anniversary of your dad's death. He was your dad ...that's incredibly hard.

How are you doing today?

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Parus | @parus | Oct 23, 2017

@lisalucier Hello and thank you for asking. I am doing better today. He was my dad and mostly he taught me integrity. Also about growing green and growing things. Low of 37 here tonight so all house plants are now in for the winter, perennials are tucked in and annuals have been removed. Added bonus is that the houseplants help filter toxins out of the air and add life and ambiance in my home.

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Lisa Lucier, Moderator | @lisalucier | Oct 23, 2017

Hi, @parus--I am glad to hear you are doing better today.

Sounds like your dad taught you some valuable things. Integrity is key to learn from your parents. My husband and I are still working on teaching integrity and its value to our young sons, ages 9 and 10.

Interesting about the house plants. l think that a discussion about nature and its role in mental health might be worthwhile here on Connect.

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