ie: what is going in this world , not worring about all the little things I used to think about all that is on my mind is getting done to many things are missing so is it normal to feel like i am losing touch with reality.
2006-06-08 16:56:25 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Community Service
I know how you are feeling. My hubby was there and he said that was depressing.
2006-06-10 15:01:02 · answer #1 · answered by ♥Beba♥ 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I've known a couple people who are serving over in Iraq also and they sometimes feel the same way. Don't you think it's enlightening to realize you don't need to sweat the small stuff though? I mean, if I could come to that realization, I would be happy myself. Plus, with all the stuff you are dealing with, I would assume that what you are feeling is normal and that the reason why you're not worried about the small stuff is cause you have more important things to be concerned about.
By the way, thank you for your hard work and please come home safe =)
2006-06-08 17:02:12 · answer #2 · answered by Someone help me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OH HON, hang in there, It is very much normal. You are in a horrible world right now. It will get better when you come home.
Let me tell you and the other soldiers (all wars) thank you for the sacrifices you have made.. YOU ARE NOT, AND DID NOT, GO IN VAIN.
We are proud of you, and all our soldiers. The words thank you are so small in comparison with the job you are doing.
Let me also say GOOD JOB. We are so proud of you..
Please remember that where you are is NOT the whole world.
You are doing the right thing.. NO matter What you hear from folks about politics. It is not aimed at you all.
WE LOVE YOU AND HONOR YOU... GOD BLESS AND GOD SPEED.. {:-)
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2006-06-08 17:06:19 · answer #3 · answered by jaantoo1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps. But, also perhaps it is a shield to keep you strong in your duty. You are doing wonderful things whether you see them or not.
If these feelings do not go away.........go see a chaplin or a medic to have you see a Dr. that maybe can help you get your mind in place. Good luck and God Bless You and what you are sacrificing for our country..
My son quit college and signed up right after 9/11. He was deployed to Korea for a year instead of Iraq. He wanted to make a difference. I am proud of him and I am proud of you for your wonderful attempts to help Iraq become a deplomacy. A MOM
2006-06-08 17:03:17 · answer #4 · answered by Sandra H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Certainly, you are in an entirely different "reality" than you are used to being in when you were home.
My husband did a year in afghanistan and he had the same issue before his tour was up.
Hang in there, keep thinking about coming home, and be safe!
P.S. My old man also had issues with "reality" after finally coming home, it took a few months to get back into the swing of things:)
2006-06-08 17:05:00 · answer #5 · answered by marriedtoanass 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dan - you're probably going through sensory overload! You're more than likely very tuned into what is going on over there and that means having to "forget" about what is going on back home and around the world. Its quite normal. You've had to create your own reality to survive. You're doing a great job over there. Keep your head down and come home safely.
2006-06-08 17:06:32 · answer #6 · answered by wildsets21 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think you are loosing touch with reality, I believe that you are in a dangerouse reality. When you finally come home (and I hope that you come back safe, solid and fully intact) it will be a definate experience. You probably have missed so much, and that is going to be a whole new experience. God Bless you for serving our country, and I pray that you will arrive home safe and sound asap. Thank you for what you are doing!!!!!
2006-06-08 17:00:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hang in there Babe!!!!
I can only imagine.... but please don't forget that there are so many people back "home" who respect, love, care, and pray for you everyday!!!
You are the "super-glue" of America!
Thank you, probably won't cheer you up much... but I want to tell you anyway.
And when you come back.... hopefully soon, make sure you start doing all those things you wish you would have done when you were here! Persevere, and the next thing you know, you will be back doing all the things you love & appreciate in life. Keep your values strong and your dreams alive baby!
; )
2006-06-15 11:28:38 · answer #8 · answered by boxergirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never been in combat but I've known plenty who have, starting with my father who did British merchant navy convoy duty in WW2. Every single combat soldier I've met was damaged by the experience. But we know more about PTSD than we used to. Look after yourself, take advantage of whatever counselling and support services are available, and get back home as soon as possible.
2006-06-08 17:07:05 · answer #9 · answered by zee_prime 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely, the war turns you into a machine pretty much. You should pursue some type of stress relief and just think about what a good thing you're doing.
Thanks for protecting our country, Dan.
2006-06-08 16:59:58 · answer #10 · answered by Shane S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I felt like that for a while, not being able to distinguish between my dreams and reality. You just have to turn up your will to be alert and grounded. Mind over matter.
Try vitamins, water, and resting, if they let you rest in the military. It could be your sleeping is being compromised.
2006-06-08 17:02:23 · answer #11 · answered by Swampy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋