It’s part of the process. Being triggered happens to everyone, right? Sometimes, the trigger brings up painful memories and sometimes, funny, cringeworthy, or embarrassing memories. Flashbacks are weird and a big part of PTSD, but they’re not always scary or traumatic. Sometimes, you even wish to take back things you’ve said or done. I remember…
Nightmares have always been a big part of my life. Since I was a kid, I’ve been haunted in my dreams by all manners of terror, from drowning…
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This story starts with my friend Sarah approaching me at work, seeking my involvement in a River Days raft-building competition. Contestants were supposed to build a raft from…
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“Out of the depths I cry to you, Lord;” -Psalm 130:1 Are you a hostage to your memories? Do they return at night when your day slows down,…
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Dear older me, There’s a lot of anxiety over writing this letter. To start with, when am I writing to? I think July 27, 2053, would be appropriate.…
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Well, it happened. I was summoned for Jury Duty. It’s not necessarily a bad thing, but I’m happy to do my part. The problem is the layers of…
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I guess I’ve always been good with numbers. I started counting when I was young; my Dad taught me how to count using beer cans. By the time…
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