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Jul 09, 2007, 06:27 PM
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I need some advice on this:
I have PTSD and have problems forging relationships. I have one close friend who has his own slue of problems (neurosis and family issues, none of which we can relate on) and is only 15 (my age). He wants to help with my problems, but I make a point of only asking for help from those with a reasonable amount on their plates, so they don't have to worry about me as well as their own problems. I have told him all of this and he seemed to be really hurt. How can I rephrase it so it sounds less abrasive? Or should I just let him in? |
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Jul 09, 2007, 06:36 PM
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maybe he feels that if he listens to you it helps him also. you can never have enough ears to listen
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Jul 09, 2007, 09:00 PM
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#4
Jul 09, 2007, 09:14 PM
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thanks. that does help!
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#5
Jul 10, 2007, 08:22 AM
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Supportive friends are a wonderful thing to have. I think if you are comfortable you should let this person in. He or she can probably decide for themself if continuing your friendship is something he or she wants to do.
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Jul 10, 2007, 09:43 AM
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Go slow. Reveal a little at a time. The key to not telling someone everything is: Don't let the other person know that you are holding back something.
Reveal yourself at the rate at which you feel comfortable disclosing.
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Jul 10, 2007, 01:32 PM
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