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Posted by LlurpsieNoodle on August 27, 2007, at 9:28:51
I know that a lot of us on this board are dealing with a traumatic history in therapy (and as it spills over into real life)
First, I appreciate the diligence of people's trigger warnings. That really helps me a lot.
I am sad that I cannot support people who post about trauma right now. I am trying to protect myself at the moment because I am more easily triggered than usual.
I just wanted to say that having trauma in one's past does not make one a BAD person. No way. In fact, people who have been through hardship and survived are often stronger, more compassionate and have a deeper understanding of the human condition.
It makes me sad to hear my friends express self-doubt and self-hatred when they talk about trauma. It's not your fault. As long as you warn us about potentially triggering material, this should be a SAFE place to talk about difficult stuff. Folks here can understand things that people in your everyday lives cannot.
Trauma robs us of our self-esteem and confidence, but trust in others (via babble, perhaps?) can be a step towards healing.
I look forward to the day when I can be more supportive. In the meanwhile, post away, and don't feel shame. It's the shame of the victimizer. NEVER the shame of the victim. You did nothing wrong, and yet you bear the burden. I hope that you can shed that burden in a safe place
((((((safe hugs for my friends))))))
-Ll
Posted by B2chica on August 27, 2007, at 10:50:37
In reply to Trauma, Triggers and Support, posted by LlurpsieNoodle on August 27, 2007, at 9:28:51
hi LN,
certainly don't worry bout not posting. heck i was so worried about being triggered during my pregnancy i pretty much avoided babble. i couldn't take any chances. so just post when/if you can...no worries!and you know. sometimes i just get So angry with this cr@p that we deal with. i mean as if it wasn't enough that we went through the trauma itself, but we are forever reliving it, re-experiencing it, and feeling all kinds of guilt, shame and hatred toward ourselves....all because Someone/others HURT US?! it just doesn't make sense.
but thank you for commenting on this, because sometimes i forget that although there are so many negatives...there has been one BIG positive...i have met so many wonderful people through this, my T's and babble people. and there are two friends that i have actually grown closer to IRL, because they were SO supportive of me during my worst times. it made me realize who was really there for me.
hugs back to you
(((((lurpsie))))))))
Posted by muffled on August 27, 2007, at 11:23:24
In reply to Re: Trauma, Triggers and Support, posted by B2chica on August 27, 2007, at 10:50:37
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