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Wildcat
Wildcat

I'm not sure about anybody else but severe depression goes hand in hand with my cPTSD. Once upon a time reading, music, humor would see me through difficult times. I lack the concentration to enjoy any of those anymore. It's a constant battle of intrusive memories, thoughts. Full blown flashbacks. I've grown very tired, weary. I'm feeling like I've fought the battle and lost. Can't seem to conjure up a positive thought. I guess it's another hot date with my bed and thunder blanket. I do still find comfort in the heavy weight of my blanket.

Community LeaderLeo
Leo
Youu said it for me. When the memories are most intrusive (and summdrtime is my "hell season" for that).... Sleep? no. Distraction? No. Depression and the inner abyss? Yep. Gnawing away at me, and I can't seem to fight them off that well.

Sympathetic support. We know.
Community Leadermujicaptsd
mujicaptsd
Yep, going to live concerts and live stand up comedy shows tides me over usually, but there's reason they call it "clinical" depression when it's too severe for songs and jokes. Been there, sitting in my bathrobe in the middle of my living room paralyzed. Psychiatry was called for then, and meds. They worked, though, which was great. It took a few weeks for them to kick in, and that's where support group helped lots.
Tropicaloo
Tropicaloo
It’s a common symptom of cptsd and sometimes you feel stuck. If it has passed in the past remember it can again. Sometimes you just need rest and time. At least you can appreciate your bed and blanket. That’s a good sign.
I’ve just been through a particularly bad period but found a natural supplement that is taking the edge off just enough for me to go back to my tools and getting more enjoyment from life.
I hope you can find something that works for you. Don’t give up on yourself. You deserve better.
WOUNDNP
WOUNDNP
I do love my weighted blanket. I am in a similar boat, I love to read but for the last 1.5yr I can not concentrate enough to finish a book. My daughter asked to read Harry Potter (of which I am a huge fan) together, managed to get a couple chapters in. Husband is the same, he hasn’t completed a book since last spring
rose07042k
rose07042k
Wildcats. I too have a weighted blanket it is very helpful. It even lets my sleep. You are supported and keep propelling
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