Relationship PTSD Is Real: Signs You’re Still Carrying Trauma from a Past Relationship (and How to Heal)
Photo credit:Pinterest 💔 Relationship PTSD Is Real: How to Recognize It and How to Heal “Why Can’t I Just Move On?” You’ve left the relationship. The texts have stopped. The calls are no longer coming. But your heart? It still flinches. If you find yourself constantly overthinking, emotionally shutting down, or panicking in new relationships even with someone kind, you might not just be dealing with a breakup. You might be dealing with “Relationship PTSD” and you’re not alone. What Is Relationship PTSD? Relationship PTSD is a form of post-traumatic stress that stems from toxic, abusive, or emotionally traumatic relationships. It’s not just about being heartbroken. It’s when a past relationship changes how your brain reacts to love, trust, and connection. It often develops after: Emotional or verbal abuse Gaslighting Cheating or betrayal Controlling or manipulative behavior Long periods of walking on eggshells Feeling “not good enough” over and over again ...