You know the song, right? I have had that in my head for a few days. Don't get me wrong, we've had some good days. Laughs and smiles, but there's also some struggles. I know that time and comfort are healers, but it is hard right now. The loss feels painful. While this experience is new, different, and very raw and real for us, I think it is … [Read more...]
Taking Care of Yourself with Books
I love to read. I have loved books since I was a little girl. My dad would read to me, listen to me as I pretended to read to him. My favorite thing was going to the library or bookstore with him, picking out a book and reading it until I absolutely had to put it away and go to bed. Books can help us escape. Having a bad day? Grab a book, find a … [Read more...]
Secondary PTSD
I recently read an essay penned by a spouse whose husband has PTSD. She wrote about visiting her psychologist and she heard the words "spouse secondary PTSD" for the first time. Now don't get me wrong, I understand very well that secondary PTSD can occur...but have you ever really thought about what that is, and how it can affect someone you … [Read more...]
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