Have you ever felt past the point of healing...

Or hopeless that you can ever feel worthy of love or joy?

But.....you somehow found a way ??

I really need some shred of hope. I am so panicked about dating, because when you have crippling PTSD, you really don't feel like you're offering a prize package to anyone 🙁 You feel terrified that you couldn't be truly worthy of love, because who would stay with someone who has multiple issues or really can't do a lot socially?
If anyone has a positive story I'd be grateful. 🌺

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anglais · 51-55, M

I have an on-off online relationship with a woman who has severe ptsd after unimaginable sa as a young teenager. She is also autistic. She has been working on herself for many years and, as you can imagine, has setbacks from time to time. She's a fabulous human being and I think the world of her. If it were possible, I would spend the rest of my life with her. I would do anything for her (in fact am doing rn by not contacting her, as she needs some space). Never stop trying or hoping x

Coralmist · 41-45, F

@anglais Thanks so much , I really appreciate that. 🌸 It's so refreshing to see there are guys out there who wouldn't just move on because the woman had anxiety or PTSD issues. Mine are pretty chronic. I only go to a few social places otherwise certain things panic me. I fear a guy would find someone else who can travel or do fun things like rafting or other adventurous things. And then just find me boring. But I am someone who loves swimming, movies and laughs. So you're right I should always keep hope. 🌺
I'm truly sorry she experience SA... Is she going therapy?

anglais · 51-55, M

@Coralmist yes, still doing therapy of various sorts. She's made great progress but does experience quite a few setbacks. She's my "one" but sadly we cant be together irl. Good luck. You sound like a great catch to me x