How to have a healthy relationship with someone who has a PTSD?

I really want it to work, I adore her so much.. BUT I find it so difficult to not to feel overwhelmed. Any tips or pointers?

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mrbuddhawannabe · 56-60, M

I find it hard to deal with anyone who has issues that choose not to address them. I can work with most people if they recognize that they have some sort of issue that gets in the way of a relationship and finds help in dealing with them.

Tinkerxbell · 46-50, F

@mrbuddhawannabe Thanks for sharing your thoughts, mate. Apprecaite it.:)

mrbuddhawannabe · 56-60, M

@Tinkerxbell Rule #1: take care of yourself first before trying to take care of someone else. I learned to back away when I get too stretched/overwhelmed/tired when I am supporting a friend. It does both of us no good if I do more than I am willing to do. I get both exhausted emotionally and physically plus I get resentful.