The (Complex) PTSD Guy

How growing up in a hoarding home is a perfect example of where Complex PTSD can develop in a youth. Also, tips on why it's important to diversify your support groups.

Recent stressors that I needed to organize and how this helps. Also I figured out some things about the podcast system that I wanted to clarify.

Quick mention about the Anchor podcast system and curious about last episode description.

Cut costs today, moving my way to financial freedom. I point out how neglect can carry into adulthood and finances is a big part of that. I also talk about a few shows, since I cut some cable channels. I particularly mention what I think the Sopranos ending is about, most people don't mention Tony's dad, who's a ghost, sitting at the counter.

Something good actually did come out of a situation that annoyed me, and I explain some of my own family history and mental health background.

Recent developments that have annoyed me, and why it's good to view them as a blessing in disguise and not something bad. Also important to have a sense of humor.

A few guilty pleasures I haven't engaged with in the past few weeks, thank goodness. Also a quick reminder of my 4 Rules to Life, and keeping a calendar for activities and reminders to eat healthy. I report back on my last experimental meal for this month, and I mention a guy who reminds me of myself...are we being to critical when we try to figure out our own issues?

Background on why alcohol played a negative role in my upbringing and how it relates to the "Event" that I've discussed on here before. I adjusted the eggnog recipe and it's perfect now.

Tips related to long-term memory in relation to cooking, I just made the eggnog and wanted to share the feedback. Also bring up a guy who spoke about how he doesn't have any friends and how he feels like an imposter.

Have you ever noticed how narcissist's are picky about food, sleep, and their kids? It reminds me of a grizzly bear. Food is a deep subject for me and I give personal details how the narcissist I grew up with would get angry if they didn't get what they wanted to eat.

A few key points about why I do my podcast the way I do, relates to my history studies and primary resources. Also talk about how I'm creating personal boundaries regarding alcohol. I also describe how my philosophy studies influenced the play I wrote and co-produced.

This topic I believe is deeply related to being raised by a narcissist or someone who would gaslight you in your youth. For me it's that I don't want to assume things, so I might ask the obvious. Also, there is a way to fool a narcissist or someone who gaslights you, and I explain this and how to crush their ego.

Just a quick update about possible changes to Twitter. Also a quick note on how I'm approaching what to cook first, having a method is really important in my opinion.

Just wanted to share an article I came across about Complex PTSD and I just finished the first episode of The Crown and wanted to give my own tiny critique.

I bring up how I think that commitment issues related to intimate relationships can be very similar to the struggle to commit to total abstinence of alcohol. I think, for myself, I may have found a solution in regards to maintaining a functional relationship with alcohol, by using it for recipes. I have a plan for this.

I wanted to correct and share info regarding the kitchen tool that was delivered today. It's not a pair of scissors like I said, it's a multi-function kitchen cutter, knife and cutting board all-in-one tool. It's from MAYME's Home & Kitchen Collection. I've never seen anything like it, but it will be nice to have it.

I am finally able to get back to my in-person support group and I wanted to share why it helps. I also share an eggnog recipe that includes alcohol and why I think it's important to respect alcohol through cooking and recipe making. Rather than ignoring or abusing alcohol, treat it appropriately in relation to recipes.

Something just happened that relates perfectly to my previous podcast. I wanted to share it while it was fresh.

Someone recently said something that stood out to me in relation to victims, and I didn't agree with them, and it struck me as interesting because this person worked in Human Resources and that's the exact type of person I usually tend to date. Made me wonder why I'm drawn to this personality type.

It's important to know what your specific triggers are, because one of mine was triggered last night and I had to think about why I was upset. Once I realized it, it calmed me down. Also, reminder to not let stress get the best of us this coming week. Point about interesting things going on recently too.

I poached an egg today for the first time, and really enjoyed the experience of it. I wanted to share the importance of enjoying cooking, even if you mess up. Much like getting out of your own sadness, just try try again and you'll make something fun.

I recommend some tips as to how to incorporate joy into your home. I share a favorite old TV show, Keeping Up Appearances. Looking at things with a new view.

Wanted to give some pointers for coping with current stress that so frequently comes from our media. This has been going on for decades, so don't let it stress you out.

My teenage self, from 1998 when I was sixteen, gives my future self some advice.

I posted an article about Emotional Gaslighting, it's posted on The Complex PTSD Guy, which is my page on Twitter. This is specifically gaslighting from a parent to their kid. I also mention something good I did for myself which I usually neglect in my life.