In this post, we’re going to take a closer look at the reality of numbing.
Numbing
If you’ve experienced a traumatic event, you might have noticed how you find it difficult to connect emotionally with others. You want to feel a deep connection with your family. You want to feel love for them, but no matter how much you want to experience those strong emotions, all you feel is a sense of emptiness. You’re distant. They undoubtedly notice this, and it’s possible that they’ve even expressed to you that they’re willing to wait for things to change and for you to get better. You’re just not sure how that will ever happen.
Another part of feeling numb is just experiencing a deep disconnection between your reality and the world around you. You might not recognize yourself when you look in the mirror, or you might go about your normal workday only to fail to recognize yourself in any of the things you say or do. In fact, the only times when the numbness seems to go away is when you’re involved in something that’s emotionally intense enough to break through those barriers you normally experience.
People who are numb because of trauma will often immerse themselves into something to stimulate their minds in a different way. They might end up spending countless hours at the office and become workaholics, or they might take up drinking, drugs or compulsive sexual behavior as a way to escape and cope with their emotions.
Traumatic events can change your life, and it can feel as though things will never get back to normal. However, I want to assure that it is possible with the right professional help. If you’d like to talk to someone who understands what you’re going through, I am available to help you.
Please contact me to make an appointment for your consultation.
