I wonder if anyone else on the forum might experience hypervigilance, and possibly have some words of wisdom, or, suggestions as to how to eradicate it. It has, somewhat, taken over my mind/ controls how I perceive situations, which has, at times, been inaccurate, and, therefor, has put a strain on interpersonal communication and has damaged a couple friendships/relationships.
It becomes extreme if ptsd is triggered, but, in the moment, I seem to be unable to decipher between an actual threat, and my thoughts simply being irrational, or over-protective.
I also have social anxiety, so, perhaps, this makes it more intense. My hope is that I can reestablish peace of mind, and some of the naivety, or mental freedom I used to experience.
Thank you for listening, and for any input/ words of wisdom, or, for sharing your own experience with hypervigilance.
It becomes extreme if ptsd is triggered, but, in the moment, I seem to be unable to decipher between an actual threat, and my thoughts simply being irrational, or over-protective.
I also have social anxiety, so, perhaps, this makes it more intense. My hope is that I can reestablish peace of mind, and some of the naivety, or mental freedom I used to experience.
Thank you for listening, and for any input/ words of wisdom, or, for sharing your own experience with hypervigilance.