Sian, Life After Sirens

Healing isn't always dramatic.

Humour has been a huge part of my healing, but I want to be clear that I'm not making fun of dissociation itself.

Dissociation can be incredibly frightening, confusing and isolating.

This joke is about my experience and how, looking back, I can laugh at the fact people thought I was "mysterious" when I was actually struggling.

Thankfully, I don't experience dissociation in the same way anymore. If you're going through it now, you're not alone 🩷

For years, I thought the goal was to fit in. Healing taught me that the goal was to find the people who make it safe to be yourself. 💛

Many people with complex PTSD experience chronic muscle tension as part of living in a prolonged state of stress or hypervigilance.

Disclaimer: This video is based on my own lived experience and is intended for education and awareness only. It is not medical advice. Physical symptoms such as muscle tension can have many different causes. If you have any new, persistent, worsening or concerning symptoms, or are worried about your health, please seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional 💛