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- Rob
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Re: Letting go...
So I'm watching this video on this..
It seem to explain what I'm feeling well...the shakes. So my ex contacting me takes me out of my resilient zone.. it's a physical fight or flight response.
One thing I caught on is yes I'm less resilient or out of my zone more because of the trauma but also I don't have anyone ..I lost my best friend and person I trusted the most to help... so right there my resilient zone is less. This is what perplexes me because I never used to get this feeling over normal stress. But I seem to be damaged this way now..
At least I still have my soul.
Last edited by Rob (April 1, 2017 10:58 am)
"For we walk by faith, not by sight .." 2Corinthians 5:7
- maresyd
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Re: Letting go...
Rob,
Only you can move through this in your own way and in your own time. The EMDR they talk about on this video reprograms the response your body and mind has when traumatic triggers arise.
Of course you are less resilient when dealing with the abuse of your ex. It's natural when you've been through trauma. So learning to redirect the natural panic and upset you feel when her name is mentioned, you must speak or interact with her, is the key.
Normal stress is not this. You know that. And you're right, you do still have your soul. It's strong and resilient.
Keep posting. Awareness of what is triggering you is part of the puzzle; coming up with ways to combat the emotions and the physical response you have is another piece.
Hugs M
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