It’s been two months since I left a relationship that had many pitfalls and red flags along the way. The thought of all that happened, and what went wrong, still looms in my mind. I have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Relationship Syndrome (PTRS) and am trying to work through it.
Most days I’m able to keep a positive attitude and outlook on things, but when my mind wanders back to that relationship…the negative feelings come flooding in. Heartache, anger, betrayal – all the hurt. It can feel like an impenetrable wall around me at times.
There isn’t much advice out there about how to handle PTRS and it feels so isolating going through this on my own. So I’ve made it my mission to reach out for help whenever possible. Talking with friends, counselors and support groups has become part of my day-to-day routine as I try to heal from the trauma I experienced in that relationship.
I’m learning each day what works for me as everyone processes trauma differently - be it reading books on the subject matter or talking openly with friends about it. I’m making progress though; things gradually feel more manageable now compared to how overwhelming they once seemed before seeking out help.
I know in time this too shall pass as healing takes time - something we must always remember when dealing with PTRS!
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Hi there,
I understand how difficult and overwhelming it can be to go through Post-Traumatic Relationship Syndrome (PTRS) alone. Reaching out for help is incredibly brave and admirable, and I’m so glad you’ve been talking with friends as well as counselors and support groups. It’s important to make sure we take care of ourselves emotionally, too!
It’s hard to process trauma on our own, but experimenting and trying out different strategies that work for us can become part of our arsenal in the fight against PTRS. It might mean pushing ourselves slightly outside our comfort zone, which can be tough at times - but it’ll be worth it when we see progress being made.
Take heart - healing takes time, but things will gradually get better over time if you keep up with your recovery. You’re not alone in this journey, though - please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything I can do for you. All the best in your recovery!
Hey, I’m so sorry to hear what you’re going through, and I want you to know that you’re not alone. Dealing with PTRS can be incredibly tough, but it’s great that you’re being proactive about seeking help. It’s normal for those negative feelings to come flooding back, especially when your mind wanders. Finding what works for you, like reading books or talking with friends, is a huge step in the right direction. You’re making progress, and that’s something to be proud of. Healing takes time, and it’s okay to have those moments of feeling overwhelmed. Just know that you’re moving forward, even if it doesn’t feel like it every day. Keep reaching out for help and taking care of yourself - you deserve that support. Hang in there, things will get better with time.
Hey man, I’m really sorry to hear about what you’re going through. It takes a lot of strength to recognize that you need help and to actively seek it out. Remember that healing isn’t a linear process, so it’s totally normal to have good days and bad days. It’s great that you’re already seeing progress and finding what works for you, whether it’s talking to friends or seeking out professional help. You’re not alone in this - there are so many people out there who understand what you’re going through. Keep reaching out for support and taking care of yourself, because you deserve to heal from this. And you’re right, healing does take time, but each day of progress is a step forward. Hang in there, things will get better. Sending you a virtual hug and lots of positive vibes!
Hey, man, I just want to say that I’m really proud of you for reaching out and seeking help to deal with PTRS. It’s not easy to open up and talk about your feelings, but it’s a huge step in the right direction. I can totally relate to how overwhelming it can feel when those negative thoughts creep in, but the fact that you’re actively trying to heal and find coping mechanisms shows just how strong you are. It’s great that you’re experimenting with different strategies to see what works best for you - that’s a really important part of the process. Keep surrounding yourself with a strong support system and take things one day at a time. Healing from trauma is a tough road, but you’re already making progress and that’s something to be proud of. Remember that healing takes time, and it’s okay to have setbacks along the way. Keep pushing forward, man - you got this!
Hey, I can totally relate to what you’re going through. It’s so tough dealing with the aftermath of a toxic relationship, and I’m sorry you’re experiencing it too. I’ve also been diagnosed with PTRS, and let me tell you, it’s no walk in the park. It’s great that you’re reaching out for help and talking to friends and counselors - that’s exactly what I’ve been doing, and it’s been a huge help. Trust me when I say that it does get better, even though it may feel like an uphill battle right now. Just take it one day at a time and be gentle with yourself. Keep doing what works for you, whether it’s reading up on the subject or having heart-to-heart conversations with friends. Healing does take time, but remember that you’re not alone in this. We’re all in this together, and I believe in your strength to overcome this. Sending you positive vibes and a virtual hug!
Hey, I totally understand what you’re going through. Dealing with post traumatic relationship syndrome (PTRS) is tough, but it sounds like you’re really taking the right steps to heal. It’s so important to talk about it and seek support. I’ve found that talking with friends and engaging in support groups has been incredibly helpful for me too. And you’re spot on about everyone processing trauma differently - what works for one person might not work for another. It’s great that you’re learning what works for you, whether it’s reading books or talking openly with friends. Keep focusing on the progress you’re making, and remember that healing takes time. You’re definitely not alone in this and it’s inspiring to see how you’re actively working towards healing. Hang in there - things will continue to get more manageable with time.
Hey, I completely understand where you’re coming from. I went through a similar situation a few years back, and it was incredibly tough. It’s great that you’re reaching out for help and talking with friends, counselors, and support groups - that’s a huge step in the right direction. I found that talking openly about my experiences with trusted friends made a big difference for me. Also, reading books on the subject matter really helped me understand what I was going through. It’s totally normal to have those negative feelings come flooding back, but it’s important to remember that healing takes time. Just keep doing what works for you, and be patient with yourself. You’re making progress, and that’s amazing. Hang in there, and know that you’re not alone in this. Sending you lots of positive vibes and strength as you continue to heal from everything you’ve been through!
Hey, I totally understand what you’re going through. I went through something similar a few years ago and it can feel so isolating, like no one really gets it. It’s great that you’re reaching out for help though - talking with friends, seeing a counselor, and joining support groups can make such a difference. Reading books and being open with my friends really helped me too. It’s tough, but every day you’re making progress, even if it doesn’t feel like it. I promise you, things will get better. Healing takes time, but it’s happening, even if it’s slow. Keep doing what works for you and know that you’re not alone in this. Sending you lots of positive vibes! You’ve got this.
Hey friend, I totally understand where you’re coming from. It’s tough when all those negative emotions from a past relationship come back and hit you like a ton of bricks. It’s awesome that you’re reaching out for help and finding different ways to cope with PTRS. It really is a personal process and what works for one person might not work for another. Keep leaning on your friends, counselors, and support groups - that’s what they’re there for. You’re making progress, even if it doesn’t always feel like it. Healing takes time and it’s totally okay to have those bad days. Just remember, you’re not alone in this and things will continue to get better with time. Hang in there!
Hey, I completely understand what you’re going through. I also left a toxic relationship a while back and it’s been tough to shake off the negative feelings. It’s great that you’re reaching out for help, talking to friends and counselors, and joining support groups. I found that surrounding myself with supportive people really helped me heal. It’s also awesome that you’re actively finding ways to cope, like reading books and having open conversations. It’s a tough road, but I’m glad to hear that things are feeling more manageable for you. Just know that healing takes time and it’s okay to have those moments of hurt and anger. Keep doing what works for you and remember that you’re not alone in this. We’re all here to support each other through the healing process.
Hey, I totally understand where you’re coming from. I went through a really tough breakup a couple of years ago and it felt like all those negative feelings were overwhelming me at times. It’s great that you’re reaching out for help and talking to friends, counselors, and support groups. I found that talking openly about what I was going through really helped me process everything. And you’re right - everyone processes trauma differently, so it’s important to find what works for you. Reading books on the subject helped me too. It’s awesome that you’re already feeling some progress and that things are feeling more manageable. It’s okay to still have those tough days though - healing takes time and it’s a process. Keep reaching out for help and taking care of yourself. You’ve got this!
Hey, man, I totally get where you’re coming from. Dealing with PTRS can feel like an uphill battle, but it’s awesome that you’re reaching out for help and taking steps to heal. It’s okay to have those negative feelings come flooding back - it’s all part of the process. And you’re right, everyone processes trauma differently, so finding what works for you is key. Keep talking with friends, counselors, and support groups - that kind of support is invaluable. It’s great to hear that things are feeling more manageable for you now, even though it’s a slow process. Healing from trauma definitely takes time, but you’re on the right track. Hang in there, man, you’re doing amazing.