I want to talk about ruminating - I've seen this happen in the abuse forum where a member get extremely overwhelmed going over past abuse. Its fine to vent and get feelings out, but if it reaches the ruminating point...its not healthy. This is when you need to step back - you can ask yourself, what can I solve in relation to my problems. Whatever you can't solve, you let go for now. With PTSD and former abuse - your brain can become so overwhelmed, your thoughts feel like they're in a tornado. There's also value in accepting what's happened in your past - coming to terms with it but realizing dwelling isn't helping you. Give your mind a rest. A simpler way is say "f it" and live in the now. If you had only one day left to live - would you spend it ruminating about the past?