Hi all! This is my first time posting in an online forum (believe it or not, in this day and age)! I believe I have CPTSD; although my therapist was not aware of the term, the description seems to fit. I have read Pete Walker's book and am halfway through "The Body Keeps The Score." I have also read through a lot of the posts on this forum and am learning a ton from hearing others' journeys.
I have to say, I am finding just the act of posting a "hello" message to be anxiety-producing, but I am reaching out because I feel that I need to do so. I have social anxiety and am hoping that reaching out will help me feel more connected and not so alone. I have a few friends and can socialize functionally at work, but I find it difficult to get close to people, let people know "the real" me, and feel comfortable around even people with whom I spend a lot of time. I just feel like something is missing in my relationships with people, you know?
Anyway, I am grateful to have found this website and forum and am looking forward to continuing my own journey of recovery.
I have to say, I am finding just the act of posting a "hello" message to be anxiety-producing, but I am reaching out because I feel that I need to do so. I have social anxiety and am hoping that reaching out will help me feel more connected and not so alone. I have a few friends and can socialize functionally at work, but I find it difficult to get close to people, let people know "the real" me, and feel comfortable around even people with whom I spend a lot of time. I just feel like something is missing in my relationships with people, you know?
Anyway, I am grateful to have found this website and forum and am looking forward to continuing my own journey of recovery.