To recognize PTSD Awareness Month, I’ve put together 6 personal PTSD reflections that may resonate with anyone living with trauma, supporting someone with PTSD, or trying to better understand it.
PTSD is a very complex mental health disorder marked by nightmares of the traumatic event or events, flashbacks, a high startle response, and a fight-or-flight response that never seems to go quiet.
The following are some of my most personal posts from The Road to Mental Wellness, where I openly discuss my daily struggles living with trauma.
Let me know which one of these 6 personal PTSD reflections hits home for you.
You Think It’s Just Noise—Here’s What PTSD Actually Feels Like
PTSD noise sensitivity PTSD noise sensitivity is something many people don’t fully understand—but for those living with it, everyday sounds can feel overwhelming in ways that are hard to explain. If you’re a North American dweller, you’re probably all hyped up for the warmer weather. Right now, mid-April, the winter has lost its strength as…
Coping with PTSD During Wildfires: Helpful Tips
How wildfires can trigger PTSD symptoms and what you can do to support someone when they are triggered.
Why I Write About Mental Health: Living With PTSD and Finding Purpose
“Why I Write About Mental Health: Living With PTSD and Finding Purpose” is my story of how trauma, firefighting, and resilience shaped not only my life, but also my mission to write, connect, and help others find hope. For those even remotely familiar with my work—whether through The Road to Mental Wellness, Wired to Be…
Let’s Talk About PTSD and Service Dogs
Service dogs are carefully selected and trained to assist individuals with a range of disabilities and medical conditions, including PTSD. These dogs undergo extensive training, typically lasting 18-24 months, to ensure they can effectively perform tasks such as recognizing and interrupting triggers, providing physical comfort, and guiding their handlers through crowded or stressful environments.
Here I Am Again: PTSD, Silence, and the Fight for Peace
Living with PTSD after emergency service work is a daily battle. Discover how trauma shapes life, fear, and hope in this powerful personal reflection.
Do I Have Generalized Anxiety, or Was It PTSD All Along?
Struggling with PTSD and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) can feel overwhelming, but healing is possible. In this personal story, I share my journey through diagnosis, therapy, and self-discovery—highlighting the impact of trauma, the challenges of mental illness, and the strategies that helped me regain control of my life. If you’re facing anxiety, PTSD, or depression,…
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