Narcissism Glossary
the scene returns whether you want it or not
🎞️ Flashbacks are the phenomenon of scenes, sounds, and sensations from the trauma intruding suddenly, regardless of will — experienced as vividly as if replaying before your eyes right now.
The memories and the body's reactions can revive whether you want them to or not.
The memories and the body's reactions can revive whether you want them to or not.
Often seen in situations like these
A familiar scent, and the old scene returns in full clarity. A message alert alone sets your heart racing like it did then.
When this happens, try this
💡 When that old fear surges up, first check whether where you are is actually safe. If it is, study three things you can see, or the feeling at your fingertips, as much as feels comfortable — confirming where you are now.