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Tag: hypervigilance

Down a spiral rabbit hole with C-PTSD

A comment was made in my hearing recently: “The thing is, they don't realise that PTSD never goes away. It just carries on.” I have C-PTSD, which is Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Steve Foster Essays From The Shadows Leave a comment July 30, 2026September 2, 2026 4 Minutes

Disturbing Calm 

I am not fixed as such. I don't claim to be sorted, or that it is all over. I may never be able to utter those kinds of words. I am ok with that.

Steve Foster Essays From The Shadows Leave a comment May 21, 2026September 2, 2026 4 Minutes

I Have A Feeling Feelings Feel A Little Off.

I struggle with certain emotions. I mention this because sometimes, if we talk about things we find difficult, it helps others recognise themselves. It can give shape to feelings they already have but don’t yet understand.

Steve Foster Essays From The Shadows Leave a comment May 14, 2026September 2, 2026 3 Minutes

Learning The Art Of Untying Knots

I had a couple of days where I accidentally learnt some things about myself. Too early to judge if they are useful yet. Enlightenment maybe, understanding, perhaps even a little clarity.

Steve Foster Essays From The Shadows Leave a comment April 9, 2026September 2, 2026 5 Minutes

Open Journal #4

Listen to this on the podcast I like bits of language, cute little phrases especially ones that capture a feeling or make me laugh, and with an accent they are just delightful. Just about any phrase even just some words in Welsh. A northern English accent just lends itself to good dry delivery. I was … Continue reading Open Journal #4 →

Steve Foster Open Journal 1 Comment April 29, 2025September 4, 2026 3 Minutes

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