My name is Terez and I love to puzzle…and I also have PTSD. I decided to create a youtube channel dedicated to the joy of puzzling BUT also talk about having PTSD and the trials and tribulations of navigating the everyday. Sometimes my videos will talk about how my days go with dealing with PTSD and sometimes my videos won’t (to help myself build confidence again I am trying not to build unnecessary expectations) this channel is designed to build a community around puzzling…any tricks, tips or advice you have is welcome and appreciated. I am so scared that I am about to be ridiculed that it makes me want to delete everything…but with small challenges comes good rewards; so here we are (as they say). The first few videos are an introduction to my channel and I apologize for the novice skill of my videos, any tips would be appreciated (I have been offline for approx 8-10 years so this is all new to me.) So, come puzzlewithme&myPTSD
It is sad but true. Not just because of other people's comfort in your company but one must think of protecting yourself from potential harm. I did it before and I paid dearly- it often will put good people off and will attract parasites. Think more and speak AFTER you THINK. I never had any help and advice in my life because of my severe childhood mental trauma and lack of good, wise parenting. I learned the hard way throughout all my life all by myself where there was no RU-vid/ literature/ support groups/ therapies. But now please use the resources available- I am at 54 just attending my first ever suicide prevention counselling session tonight. Stressed out of my mind but I have learned a lot of wisdom and found a lot of advice here on RU-vid that is helping me to cope with daily open questions and problems I am dealing with. I am also trying to find mindfulness groups or resources. I am sure every little helps. Thank you SO MUCH for this video.
Hello, I wanted to take a few days to really reflect on your message. First of all thank you for your kindness. Secondly, I am so sorry for the rough road to where you are at now, I will never understand as each journey is individual but struggle is struggle. It sounds as if you are on the right path, all the best with your support group, I am glad to hear you are finding the resiliency…so hard sometimes but so important nonetheless. Please take good care of yourself, you deserve some good ❤️
Hello, Nice to meet you. I am new here. Jeez that’s too bad. I’m sorry you had to deal with that. I see that’s a Eurographic 1,000 piece. I just picked one up. Will be my 1st one. It’s a puzzle to do for the holiday months. Have fun with it and Enjoy! Good video. TFS & 👍😊🧩
Well hello & welcome! Thank you so sincerely for the nice comments, it is not easy chatting about everything but I am encouraged by your kindness! Hope you enjoy your own puzzle
Hey! Well, to be honest it certainly was scary but the team made it be the best, I can certainly say I am hooked and will do it again! Interestingly enough, it felt very spiritual too 😊
Try a silent alarm for every waking hour of the day. Stop what you are doing and spend 1 minute each on 3 things you are grateful for that come to mind. In less than 2 weeks, it will be a natural practice. You will find it causes you to live in the moment. Then choose the difficult subjects. Like being grateful for people who you perceive to have harmed you. This is difficult because your mind, subconscious mind, has already downloaded many reasons to think the opposite. For example, abandonment feelings about my father. Keep searching, and the old story will evaporate. Use moment to moment gratitude for whenever the dialogue is negative. This changed my 60 year dominant victim mentality to barely surface now. There's no beating anything. It's just your new natural way of thinking.
Wow! Very well explained so thank you for that, I really like your perspective and I have started trying to become more mindful and grateful as well. Thanks for the advice and all the best to you. 😊
That's beautiful for sure. And I really enjoy such kind of moments. Especially when other people point such moments out. It feels kinda magical and universally connecting, precious.
imagine that person is you, imagine theres something u cant reconcile with, the advice doesnt help because i rather suppress the thoughts than try to hopelessly reconcile
Oh geez, I appreciate the question but unfortunately I cannot pin point it to one thing, I did just finish a 10 year career as a Paramedic and that (while a rewarding career of course) can be challenging, lots of things I wish I could UN….un-see, un-hear, un-smell… anywho, thanks for the interest
(First of all, I really appreciate this question being asked in a respectful manner, so thank you for that) Secondly, yes I think that sometimes I certainly have a tendency to project onto others, however; I also know there have been events that I have missed out on (as others I am certain) because people are too scared of the mental health stigma (mine is PTSD, some may have others) but I really hate the stigma….anywho, great chat 😊
I struggle with my ptsd daily and i relate to so many of your sentiments. My partner sees my episodes near daily and i feel so guilty despite her constant reassurance and love. you are not alone queen ❤
Awe! Well thank you so much for the confirmation that my words sound familiar to some, I know I am not alone but some days it is so hard and lonely. I am very grateful to know that you are receiving positivity back (such an important ingredient for any mental health struggle), all the best to you 😊
This channel is CRIMINALLY underrated! Only 109 subscribers?!?!?!?!?? 110 now! The amount of effort, vulnerability, and care you put into each video is so evident and I hope your channel goes on to have millions of people viewing and receiving your message. Keep going, and good luck!
Oh gosh! Believe it or not, but your kindness was given on the exact right moment! Thank you sincerely for writing what I am hoping to deliver! This is a labor of love for me of course but it is rewarding to know that others are feeling the vibe! All the best to you 😊
Awe! Well thank you very much. They do not have names but they certainly get a ton of ‘off the top of my head names’ in the moment when trying to herd them in for the night!
Good luck! You are so amazing and so tough! Trying something new can be scary for a lot of people but add in PTSD and I can’t imagine. Take it one step at a time and know that no matter what you are loved! Xoxo
I have PTSD and recently got my handicap parking permit back due to MS and my fear is using it as i have been screamed at when parking at Walmart years ago,i am soo terrified its gonna happen again and i am sure i will be in tears because i am scared of conflict due to past abuse
Oh parking lots can absolutely be a nightmare, I do not know if it my nerves are shot or is road rage getting worse! Best of luck to you in future situations
I have PTSD due to trauma from abusive husband,my 3 now adult daughters also have PTSD for same reason,i dont feel safe anywhere,i wish more people understood,my family doesnt get it and it sucks😢 Thank You for this video🥰
Well first of all thank you for your kindness but Im so filled with rage that is the reason for your PTSD! Mine was from a difficult career so I am lucky in that regard when compared to your (I assume inescapable nightmare) I absolutely do not understand your exact situation but I had witness to some horrible situations and so my absolute best to you and your children that things become easier ❤️
This! Those moments are what it's all about. It is all we have. Thank you for sharing one of yours :) Joy is one of the few things that double when you share it
Well (now that I have stopped feeling so fantastic 🤭) I just wanted to say thank you sincerely for the kind words in return. I enjoy making these videos but one never really knows how content is received on the other end of the phone) all the best 😊
You are so very welcome, I have been doing this style of mindful breathing for months now and (for me) it helps, so why not pass it along ?!? 😊 thanks for the kindness
