You tell yourself you’re overreacting or feel embarrassed by how intense things can feel. Wondering why small things feel so big and hit so deeply. Or you just shut down and find it really hard to get back. What if your reactions actually make sense? This is often what living with Complex PTSD (CPTSD) can feel like. It’s not just about one traumatic event. It’s about repeated experiences where you may not have felt safe, seen, or supported , and often over time. CPTSD can sho
