We have a tendancy to keep thinking about trauma over and over. Our minds keep reminding us. You have to face what happened and look at what sets off the thoughts. There is fear, self doubt, guilt, something that is driving the memory. I believe that you have to take back the control over your life that they took from you or remain as you are.
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Originally Posted by Zen888
I know I am not unique or alone when I say I have been physically abused.
I was physically assualted 3 years ago and I am still devasted by the memories. I live alone with my dog and often find myself worrying about my physical safety.
I have thoughts that someone is going to come and hurt me. I have racing thoughts and my body trembles.
The people who physically assualted me were people in authority 3 years ago.
I try to remind myself that the assualt happened years ago and if these people or their associates wanted to harm me again they would have done so many years ago.
Why don't I feel safe? Why do I constantly worry about my physical safety? When will I be able to let my "guard" down?
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