[Alishia88]

I feel like there´s a connection between

-not feeling like me

-and feeling like I have no power or not so much influence on things around, no control of my own actions.

Both are feelings people with PTSD experience often, I think.

So... I´m saying this because sometimes I get short "lightning" shots of feeling very much like myself and then I think I feel more powerfull over my actions and my life. And that feels a whole lot better.

I´ve been wondering if anyone feels the same and if anyone knows if this is actually connected and how it can be explained

[JadeAmethyst]

Alishia88
My experience is similar in: not feeling like me (usually this happens in high stress situations, social interactions in particular)
the 2nd part of "no power" for me is the old trauma for me too.

Otherwise there are times in solitude that I feel some sense of peace inside.

I'm sure others will post with more input.
Interesting post!

well wishes
Jade

[Muppy]

Originally Posted by Alishia88

I feel like there´s a connection between

-not feeling like me

-and feeling like I have no power or not so much influence on things around, no control of my own actions.

Both are feelings people with PTSD experience often, I think.

So... I´m saying this because sometimes I get short "lightning" shots of feeling very much like myself and then I think I feel more powerfull over my actions and my life. And that feels a whole lot better.

I´ve been wondering if anyone feels the same and if anyone knows if this is actually connected and how it can be explained

I very seldom feel like me. So much has happened and I'm so overwhelmed that just making it day to day is an accomplishment..Feel like I have no power or influence? I'm really scared....a lot.

But I do get those short "lightening"shots of feeling normal and confidence that I can accomplish my goals. It feels great....and I wish it lasted longer.

[Open Eyes]

Yes Alisha, often people who struggle with PTSD do experience "breaks" where they feel more in control and almost as if they no longer even have PTSD. Well, I don't know why that happens, but just enjoy the breaks when you get them, the PTSD symptoms do return, especially if you get triggered for some reason.

Just keep working on yourself in therapy, continue being very patient with yourself too.

((Hugs))
OE