Go, Moonshine! As much as I enjoy my internet communities, they are not a replacement for real-time interaction, especially in healing matters. I does believe the human species is hard-wired to need full-sensory, physical contact.

Yes, a diverse support network makes a big diff. To me, diversity counts. When one node on my network is down or not quite right for a particular need, having alternate support options can go a long way toward preventing and/or getting me through a crisis.

Good to do. I've slowly built a face to face support network where I live, too. I've been here 5 years, and it's been slow. But in the last few months it's come to be. I'm really glad to have earned the trust of the folks who support me. Some are combat vets, some church folks, some folks from work. It's been a long time coming. Glad you're doing it, too, moon.

thanks for the encouragement. i have a Friday apt with a doc and may get a referral. this is a first for treatment for PTSD. I don't want medication and am learning and reading about meditation. that is all, nothing to exciting hear. I have been more aware of my reactions towards certain things. I even get wired about phone calls sometimes. especially if there is some sort of conflict going on like a certain person I have conflict with or a customers service rep about bad service. I suppose some of that is normal but it's exactly how I flip lip a light switch. It's as if I'm being attacked or threatened. just moving forward. It isnt easy but the alternative is worse.