I am complicated, at least, that’s what people say when they first get to know me. My brain, it doesn’t ‘function’ in a neurotypical way. It’s hard to explain why, not because I don’t understand…
Matt Pappas
Matt Pappas
Blogger-Podcaster-Author-Advocate for Mental Health. Matt is survivor of childhood sexual abuse & narcissistic abuse. This blog exists to inspire all who have survived the trauma of abuse, and those living with Dissociation, Anxiety, & PTSD. You are not alone. You are worth healing. There is Hope for the life that you deserve, one that is not defined by your past.
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AnxietyFeaturedMedical Marjuana for PTSD
CBD Oil for Anxiety, my experience in trying it out.
by Matt Pappasby Matt PappasWhen I first started this blog, the platform was and continues to be, “living with Dissociation, Anxiety, and PTSD”. It’s what I was diagnosed with when working with my helping professional years ago, and what…
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FeaturedGuest Blogger
Are you a Survivor of Abuse? Join Us and Be a Part of our Book!
by Matt Pappasby Matt PappasOne of the things that I always find fascinating is that, when I look back and how Surviving My Past got started, it’s mind-blowing to see it from the tiny place where I started sharing…
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Dissociative Identity DisorderFeaturedGuest Blogger
Finally, a Safe Place with a Psychiatrist who Understands DID and Complex PTSD
by Matt Pappasby Matt PappasThis guest post comes courtesy of friend and regular contributor to Surviving My Past, Erin Fado. You can check out more of Erin’s work both here and on her own blog, You Will Bear Witness.…
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FeaturedGuest BloggerHealing From Abuse
Learning how to forgive yourself
by Matt Pappasby Matt PappasRecovering from trauma is a long and challenging journey, and with healing from past struggles comes the process of forgiveness. However what’s important about this journey of forgiveness is not forgiving whomever or whatever may…
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Looking for signs, something that many of us do to help gain some perspective or perhaps guidance, on a particular decision that we are faced with. If you are one who looks for validation in the…
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AnxietyFeaturedGuest Blogger
When Illness Becomes Wellness: Helping Our Children Navigate Anxiety
by Matt Pappasby Matt PappasThis Guest Blog post comes in an effort to help equip parents, caregivers, friends, and family with information and resources found on Surviving My Past and Jumo Health. By utilizing this resource and others, we can hopefully inspire and…
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Bipolar LifeFeaturedGuest Blogger
A Bipolar Life: He spent many years making mud pies in a slum, but no more!
by Matt Pappasby Matt PappasThis guest blog post comes from Jason Miller, who shares his incredible story of survival and living a bipolar life. As you read and feel the struggles that Jason shares, please be kind to yourself.…