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neocortex27 04/01/2016

It's really nice weather here today, it's not too cold and the sun has been shining the whole day and everyone is in a good mood, enjoying it.

Except me. Sunshine is one of my mild triggers, not enough to cause flashbacks, but it makes me feel on edge and restless. Argh!!! Even though it's mild, this is one of my most annoying ones, since it's hard to escape. Can't wait for the sun to set, maybe then I can finally relax. Darkness is comforting and safe.

It just annoys me that this thing that puts everyone in a good mood is something I can't enjoy anymore. Meh. Oh well, I've always preferred rain anyway.

How are you guys today?

LillyPotter 04/01/2016

hugs, Neo. here's to rain, I love the rain. I am going to a dr. appointment today and need to be getting ready. my plan is to take the regular bus - big plan. I AM going to do it though. I set myself up. cannot miss the appointment and did not call for another ride so this is the only way I will get there : )
gentle hugs for today

Muskoka007 04/01/2016

I understand that Neo, I get that from the grey days and darkness. It has taken me a long time to figure out it was a trigger. It is weird how the weather can be a trigger.

You and I should trade places, lots of overcast days here and I could use some sunshine. Send it up here please

Razor91 04/01/2016

I love the rain, which is good considering I live in Ireland lol I find it soothing, water in general.
I'm okay today, trying my best to stay in an up beat mood, can't say it's working all that well though.

lilacashley 04/01/2016

It was pretty cloudy here today, but I am still under hospital arrests didn't go outside. I think I'm going crazy stuck in here. Sorry you're not enjoying the weather where you are. I find looking out of the window at the moon very triggering. I used to try and distract myself staring out the window and pretend nothing was happening but it never worked. Anything not to look at his face though. ((Hugs))

mujicaptsd 04/01/2016

Spring has sprung, Neo, but until that April 10 decision date about my tenure at my job, if stress were dollars I'd be rich. Wish I could just tip toe through the tulips instead.

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