This is so trueby (Login schoolraider)For awhile eating was the only thing that would shut down the strong overwhelming emotions. I think I am able to do this diet right now because over the last few years I've made some pretty big changes that have drastically cut down on things that triggered these bouts with overwhelming emotions. One of the things I'm working on now is getting rid of stuff around the house...making things clutter free and getting rid of any stuff that causes flashbacks to overwhelming emotions. E.g. I was sorting papers on Saturday and found the packet I prepared for the AWFUL HORRIBLE IEP meeting and other papers related to the HORRIBLE 1st placement. Just picking up the papers I suddenly got chest pains, started crying and felt so upset!!!! They are back in a folder never to be pulled out again unless completely necessary. I'll shred them when my son is done with all his school...seeing them is so toxic for me. I won't read them again that is for sure!!!! I think for me the initial start of all of it was growing up in a family with an alcoholic parent where we had to pretend everything was ok when it definitely was not and strong emotions were not allowed. I've made having a peaceful home a priority and peace in our family's lives...not fake pretend peace. I've let go of any activity that stresses us and eliminated or minimized contact with toxic people. Even in school, they staff are very clear that I expect that my son's program will number one...not stress him out. I've made significant changes to schedules, family gatherings etc. Things are much better. I think the research is totally right on in my experience. from IP address 24.15.136.121 Respond to this message Return to Index
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