ontour4eternity t1_jdramyb wrote on March 26, 2023 at 4:00 PM

Reply to I read histories of countries (alphabetically) then cook food, here is Country 19: Benin by Johnny_Banana18

Any chance you live in Eugene Oregon? I want to help you eat this amazing looking food while you teach me about the country.

ontour4eternity t1_j5zlabq wrote on January 26, 2023 at 5:46 PM

Reply to TIL of Complex PTSD, which arises from prolonged, inescapable trauma (like child abuse/neglect, sex trafficking, or solitary confinement). It's hard to spot & treat, and can last a lifetime. Victims have a diminished sense of self, and issues with trust, boundaries, cognition, motor skills, & more. by Pfeffer_Prinz

CBT- Cognitive Behavior Therapy for 2 years helped me cope with my PTSD from child abuse, domestic abuse, and severe neglect as a child. It is the only therapy that I have tried that worked and helped alleviate depression, anxiety, and self-loathing/insecurities.

Therapy can be expensive, but many places offer it on a sliding scale. I found an amazing therapist (monitored grad student) at our local college Psychology department that charged me $5-15 per session (whatever I could afford) and waived the fees for 6 months when I couldn't afford even $5. I was on the waiting list for 2 months before being accepted, but it was worth it.

I hope everyone reading this has a wonderful day and will treat yourselves with kindness and compassion. The struggle is real.