Distressed after absence

Distressed after absence
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Grunty1967b

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Ive been away on holidays for about 2 weeks, then when I got back I had problems with my internet connection at home so its ended up being around 1 month since I was last here and wow how Ive missed this place.

The weird thing is now that Im back online Ive started reading posts and I find Im getting all triggered and upset. I want to get back in the groove but at the same time I also want to run away. Maybe thats the little boy in me thinking that?

Im also seeing my therapist today for the first time in over a month and T days for me are also a bit on the distressing side as I get anxious about what well talk about; after all its not like a fun cooking show when you see the T is it?

Anyway, just wanted to let you all know Im back, feeling pretty crappy actually and rather strange. Im sure many of you can relate to that!
 
Grunty,

Welcome back. I have those moments too when I don't want to read posts or interact here. I find myself coming to the discussion board but staying in the "Books & Music" or "News" or "Classifieds" sections hoping something interesting will happen there. Let me tell you, things can get really slow on those forums if that's all you look at! The advantage is that you're not near as likely to get triggered!

I think you'll find that after your T session and another day or two here, you'll begin to feel like you're back in the groove again, and ready to face things more squarely.

Lots of love,

John
 
Grunty,

Good to see you back my friend.

I know it can be overwhelming being away from here and coming back. I was gone for over two weeks on a cruise with no support. Take it slow.

I like the idea John suggested about going to the areas of this site to get acclimated and easy your way back into the fold with your brothers. I think i will try that next time.

Take care of yourself.

H.I
 
Bruce,

Welcome back! I wonder if that feeling you are having is a combination of distress at reading some of this stuff, and frustration at the effort to get back "into the groove". Sometimes coming here is a bit overwhelming for me because it reminds me of all the work I have yet to do.

In any case it's good to have you back and I hope your holidays were relaxing and enjoyable.

Much love,
Larry
 
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