Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support Group

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CaroliziesMamma 01/30/2018

Sorry for posting again, I'm just really depressed. I hate feeling like I don't know what's right. Does anyone else feel guilty for taking care of yourself? Where is the line between selfishness and self-care?

Scamp 01/30/2018

There is no selfishness for self care. If you don't get yourself healthy and on track, you are not able to be your full self. Intrinsically, we all deserve to be our full selves and love that person. Be well

nancy6464 01/30/2018

Yes, self care is not something to feel guilty about , though many of us do feel it when we do it. You have work pass that thought and do the self care. It’s the healthier thing to do. If you feel selfish doing it for yourself than think of it this way. As Caroline’s mom you have to be healthy to take care of her. So taking care of yourself is for her too. Triple hugs

mujicaptsd 01/30/2018

Self care hurts no one, not anyone else and certainly not the self. Selfishness, on the other hand, happens at someone else's expense.

Self care adds to the world.

Rizen 01/31/2018

Sorry you're depressed. I literally had to teach myself to relax and still am bad at it. Dealing with crises after crises was the larger part of my cPTSD. I'd have panic attacks from hearing the phone. You have to take time to sharpen the saw as they say.

StrengthofMind 01/31/2018

I often feel the same way. It's frustrating. I try and make sure everyone's needs are met. It is important to take care of yourself. Otherwise you can't take care of anyone else. It's a delicate balance.

KimmyO 02/08/2018

Self care is very important, you are important. You are worthy of self care and even extravagant love to you, spend a little money or a lot on you, depending on finances and a lot of time and care. You are a treasure, don't let any past hurts or words stop you from believing that. Speak these positive things over and over whenever any negative comes in, till you believe the truth and dismiss the lies, never to hear them again. Breathe in deep peace and hope and breathe out anxiety and despair. Take magnesium and ginseng to calm you and get rid of the sticky negative thoughts. Trust me, they help. Meditate on the word, and pray to the only Father that cares more than you can ever know and is faithful and pure. Touch the earth again, get grounded and breathe in nature and fresh air. Surround yourself w beauty and creation. =) <3

Jillsaundars 02/09/2018

I was told by government that by repeatedly doing what makes you feel guilty, whilst knowing it's ok to self care, eventually the guilt goes

Self care is vital and necessary to your recovery, who else will nurse you 24/7???

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