Musings from a Solo Survivor
Some days having complex PTSD is harder to deal with than others. The past few weeks have had a few days like that. One of my limitations is travelling on public transport during peek times. I inevitably end up having…
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“What if you look at this current situation you’re in as a gift?” she said. “A gift” I say incredulously? What do you mean? Let me try to explain she replies. Through your life, you have been through many times…
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I’ve been thinking a lot of the land of my birth lately! This once flourishing, innovative country is now one of the poorest in the world. Whereas they used to export food to neighbouring countries, now they are relying on…
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A colleague paraphrased the serenity prayer to me recently – ‘change what you can, accept what you can’t and be at peace’ she said I know it’s solid advice but not easy to do. For a while now, I have…
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It’s amazing what a difference new batteries make. I just changed the head of my electric toothbrush and put in a new battery. WOW. I had forgotten how much easier it was when the right amount of power was available…
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So this happened. Recently the group of ladies I meet with every week did charts on what made them anxious or angry and what brought them joy. Interestingly enough, my joy chart had very little to do with people! It has…
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It seems fitting to me that the first four letters of restoration are rest. That’s pretty much what I have been doing on this break…ignoring the clock, no timetable, no agenda and plenty of rest. I get up late, go…
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Towards the end of last year, I had a meeting in the city and did not think I could do it. I was almost paralysed with fear at the thought of being anywhere near the city. Without the help of…
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