1 Name: dd : 2021-10-13 16:05 ID:Upd4bqTj [Del]
So I was in this horrible accident about 2 years ago (I'm 24 now , male) and nearly died as a result of more than one injury. I pulled through fine but I basically lost the use of one of my arms (it's paralysed from shoulder to fingertips).
I've been struggling to get my confidence back ever since and i'm always thinking about how others around me view me (especially girls I want to approach).
Lately I've been depressed and anxious and don't know who to turn to - I don't want to seem weak by complaining.
It feels like I lost so much of who I am. I can't seem to find my way back
2 Name: anonymous : 2021-10-15 23:44 ID:F00bsVkm [Del]
Hi dd.
What a horrible thing to have to go through, and I can only imagine how difficult it has been to adjust, especially in a time of our lives where things are chaotic already. I saw your post here and just wanted to let you know that I have heard you, I don't know if I have any good answers. I would definitely encourage talking about it, here, or with someone live, a friend, or even a therapist. It's understandable that your confidence will take time to recover. Like you said, you have lost part of yourself. That's huge. Allow yourself time to feel this way, and come to terms with it all. I know it must be easier said than done, but our injuries, disabilities, mental illnesses, etc., only define us as much as we allow them to. This will be a daily battle!! But it is still possible to have our passions and virtues bring the world and people around us to life! You ARE able to have a good time, love others, and be kind to yourself through this. It is absolutely life-altering, and once you learn about and strengthen yourself (with time and self love!), I have no doubt you will be able to live a socially, emotionally, and physically fulfilling life. Take those leaps and approach people anyway! You are a survivor of a great trauma, my heart goes out to you, and I'm sure so many other hearts would too.
