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Multi PTSD and trauma

Blondee71
Community Member

Didn’t ever think I’d be writing something like this: but, here we are! I’ve unfortunately endured several big issue traumas (molestation, rape, physical/mental abuse, infidelity, as well as work related PTSD from being an ambo - both on road and in communications).

I have been formally diagnosed with the work related PTSD, but something in me believes I’m suffering from my past above mentioned crisis’s.

Cutting to the chase: 

I am now in a fairly great relationship, i am not harmed in any way…but me, myself has become toxic. He’s never cheated on me. I am always hyper vigilant of his communications on fb, or should he talk to a female: and lash out if he does. I’m becoming controlling, and aggressive. I speak the most venomous and hurtful words - just to get a response. I’m constantly worried he will leave or cheat - despite his reassurance….and it’s killing our relationship. I blame him for everything and anything. 
I have spoken to my dr who thinks it maybe related to my pain I suffered from my work related injury-but it’s not. I’m viscous to my friends, refuse to take calls and have lost half of my family….

My fiancé is aware of my condition, but he’s kinda at a loss as to what to do…

I literally only have two emotions atm: angry or sad….today being my best day is how I’ve managed to even write this post. 
I want the happy, goofy, unsuspicous me back- so bad, cos life at the tmiembtnjust doesn’t seem worth the effort ….

thank you if you’re still reading my little rave… 

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kate.G
Community Member

Hi Blondee,

I have been there.due to multiple traumas and betrayals, I was very much the same. It did consume me though. I had to make a decision that I wanted to be happy. I became someone I didn't recognise. I didn't want to be his gatekeeper. Unfortunately in my situation, he was flirting and being sexual with so many women. It was not hard to see. Pretty much out in the open

I am in a new relationship now and I did tell my new partner of my past and that he was to tell me if I start being unreasonable.  It's hard work when you have been betrayed in the past, but I was slowly but surely making myself more and more miserable. I started doing things to make me feel better about myself and I have more interests and hobbies outside the relationship.

I think I was subconsciously trying to drive him away so I wouldn't be hurt again

Just wanted to let you know you aren't alone

Blondee71
Community Member

Thank you, but that’s exactly how I feels..I guess, subconsciously…but, how do I learn to trust and have faith?