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Have I told you my post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) story?

Probably not. I have yet to tell many people, until now. After all, I tried to hide it for many years. This is my first time openly speaking (well-written) about it.

You see, I was afraid people would treat me differently. That they would think I was weak or broken.

So, I kept it a secret for many years – at least, I tried to. I don’t recommend you do that! It did nothing to serve me and did not help me heal. I liked to pretend that it didn’t affect me. But PTSD still reared its ugly head on many occasions.

But the truth is, I am super strong. Strong because of what I have gone through. Strong because I have come out victorious – despite the trauma thrown in my path. Despite having lived with post-traumatic stress disorder. It does not mean weakness.

Oh, and in case you are wondering..

What is Complex PTSD vs. PTSD?

The main difference is that PTSD generally stems from a single event or a series of events that happen within a short period of time. Complex PTSD is a result of a series of events that occurred over an extended period of time.

My PTSD Stories

Over the next few months, I will share my PTSD stories. You can find a link to the stories or a preview below. I’ll link to each new story in this article when the story goes live so you can follow along – if you want. I’ll also be sharing more about the symptoms of PTSD and resources on how to deal with PTSD.

Warning – it may be a trigger for some. So return to read them, knowing that.

I Was Terrorized by a Masked Man & Nearly Kidnapped

I was chased down the street by a masked man and narrowly escaped.  You can read about it here.

I Was Trapped in a House with a Burglar
I Was Stalked By a Rapist
I Was Drugged and Raped

Story coming soon. 

I Was in 3 Automobile Accidents

Story coming soon. 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Leisa Watkins is the founder of Cultivate An Exceptional Life. She believes life is meant to be enjoyed and experienced in abundance. She is on a mission to help people break through barriers, build resilience, and avoid roadblocks in life while creating a life they love - despite chronic illness, trauma, and other life challenges. She also shares tips on getting more out of life, despite its challenges, on our Instagram channel. Please follow us.

 

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