Scared to be Alone: My Dad is in the Hospital

Oh, friend, that sounds so overwhelming. What is one thing you could try, even a small thing, to make that really difficult situation easier for yourself? Maybe it's carrying a water bottle with you so you can at least stay hydrated. Maybe it's doing a quick grounding practice (like 5-4-3-2-1 or the 4-7-8 breathing pattern) every time you're in the Uber or whenever you need to use the restroom. Maybe it's picking up a box of protein bars and trying to eat one every couple of hours to maintain a stable blood sugar level. Maybe it's texting or calling a friend and letting them know what's going on and that you're having a rough time. They're small things, I know; and, one or more of them means that you'll be caring for your physical and emotional self so if the PTSD makes an appearance, at the very least you'll be that much steadier. Do you have a therapist or a counselor or a spiritual or religious leader you could call for support? Or trustworthy family in the area? Someone else you could bunk with for a while while your dad is in hospital? Know that you are absolutely not alone. I'll be thinking about you, and your dad, both. 💕