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SPC Margaret Higgins I have been diagnosed with PTSD as well, but I don't view it as something that can define me (I've been dealing with it too long for that). Now, I see PTSD more like a visible scar or birth deformity, it is a part of me, it makes me tick. Sometimes it is the reason I react the way I do. (Much like a blind person using their other senses to compensate). IMO it can't define or interfere because it is a facet of my personality.
Very hard to explain, I hope that made sense.
S/F

GySgt Melissa Gravila - I don't believe, and I don't mean to disrespect you at All-that PTSD is a visible scar....But, perhaps it is for you. I have no idea if, factually, PTSD is a birth deformity or not.
I think you are Outstanding; and I Love the way that you use your senses to compensate for your PTSD.
You made Total sense to me. -Most Lovingly, Margaret

SPC Margaret Higgins What I meant by visible scar or birth deformity is, I've been living and dealing with it for so long, I can't remember what life was like before. Much like a scar, one is reminded of the trauma that caused the scar only when looking at the scar, otherwise, out of sight out of mind.
No disrespect taken
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GySgt Melissa Gravila - Now I absolutely understand and concur with you. I believe the your PTSD is much worse than mine. I get angry-at times-but, I rarely have nightmares anymore. Thanks for your input. -Love, Margaret