In a recent interview I was asked, “You’ve said that many of the people who share their stories in the book Love Our Vets have grown stronger because of PTSD rather than in spite of it. In what ways have you and these other loved ones/caregivers experienced growth?” I really had to stop and think…
Those of us who love someone with PTSD are especially susceptible to burnout. Compassion fatigue. Although the month of November is dedicated to Caregiver Support, every day of the year we need to support the supporters! What can we who give and love day in and day out do to keep from dying on the…
What if I told you there was one thing we all can do that will help the PTSD? Seriously! Makes you feel better, and it also has many other benefits. It’s natural. Available to anyone. And in most cases FREE. Would you think I was stoned? Well, I may be a little crazy, but it’s…
Recently I was catching up with another wife, whose husband also struggles with PTSD. After hearing her talk about the kids, her job, PTSD, and her husband, I asked point blank: “How are you doing?” Long pause. “How are YOU doing?” I asked again. She seemed a bit confused. Stunned. Here she was on a…
Desperate for a vacation in Hawaii? Better, yet, how about a one way ticket?! (I’ll meet you there). 🙂 Loving and caring for others can take its toll on us, especially at certain times of the year when everything else seems so overwhelming! So how do we love our vets, and those around us,…