I developed great coping skills, and not so healthy ones, without therapy. I was already fascinated with psychology at a young age. I stayed in relationships that were a reflection of my self worth, it went up and down.. I struggled with CPTSD and symptoms my entire life, but knew how to hide it well, my body eventually caught up with me, and my struggles worsened some years. The karma in my life is good, I am an empath that hates the world, but god do I think this Universe is fascinating. Curiousity has kept me alive, doctors, friends and family. I am forever thankful to the people who have supported me. I hit a milestone recently, after leaving the hospital from a crisis moment.. my life foundations fell apart within two weeks.
I am thankful for the experience, I had the right coping skills, I just never got a Psychologist and medication to ease the hidden suffering of my daily life.
Its difficult for me to need or want help, but I gave in and told myself "Its my turn to be taken care of." And damn did it feel good.
I gave myself away to others, expecting the same, lacking boundries but no more.
Advice:
I believe if you surround yourself with others who suffer like you do, it'll create new friendships and healing in ways you never expected.
I reccomend group therapy for anyone struggling with the pains of the human experience.. Find a local class to attend, once a week. Find community, even if your brain wants to constantly seclude you when you don't feel your best.
Life has its ebbs and flows, ride the waves with intention to create a boat, instead of trying to keep your head above the water. 💕