ThisModernLove
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Even with supportive friends and family, I still feel isolated. Part of it is because my 20s was spent first ignoring and then treating my PTSD (veteran here). I didn't want anyone to know what I was going through so I'd wear that mask every day and act like everything in life was fine. I have a great group of friends who I know would be there for me through thick and thin, and a father who is always a veteran that I could talk to if I ever needed it.
Still, I was reluctant to talk because I didn't want to burden others with my problems. I'm now in my early 30s. While I've been able to get to a healthy point with my PTSD, the habit of isolating myself still lingers. I want to let it go but I'm having a difficult time doing so. Partly because I've grown to like the solitude, but mostly because it's been such a big part of my life that it's hard to let go.
I don't expect anyone to understand or relate, but I would like to hear opinions or general feedback. Thanks in advance ALL.
Still, I was reluctant to talk because I didn't want to burden others with my problems. I'm now in my early 30s. While I've been able to get to a healthy point with my PTSD, the habit of isolating myself still lingers. I want to let it go but I'm having a difficult time doing so. Partly because I've grown to like the solitude, but mostly because it's been such a big part of my life that it's hard to let go.
I don't expect anyone to understand or relate, but I would like to hear opinions or general feedback. Thanks in advance ALL.