@Jene_Sais_Quoi May I suggest you tell yourself (for that part of you that needs to rationally address the trauma) something like, “I know this isn’t logical & I can’t get my body to listen, but I can address my body in ways my body understands. I can move through this trauma energy (exercise) and later I can reengage with safe people. That’s all I have to do right now to return to safety.” (This validates what you’re already experiencing as well as make space for the other self-care.)
This is sound advice, and while I don't tend to advocate the use of drugs (and ethanol is a drug), a glass of wine & a hot bath can do wonders, as well.
Engage in activities that comfort you. I...don't think this is psychologically bad advice.
ATX Jane, has been so amazing, so supportive, and been giving me really great advice.
Drinking is helping a bit... just to at least calm my nerves.
My hands are not shaking as much now.... my mind still racing,
I'll be OK tho.
You guys, really... thank you!
I feel so stupid... you know... feeling so stupid.
and, here it is 6AM... so, I'm the only person awake. 😂
Ohhh my god, I'm so sorry, my brain is not thinking too linear at the moment. 🤦
You have ALL been so amazing, and so wonderful.
Really, I could not have found a better community of people. ♥️