Valarie
@valarie522.bsky.social
My personal experience, thoughts, and actions as someone who lives with cPTSD.
Has anyone tinted the windows of their vehicle to help with overstimulation from the sun? Has it helped?
It literally hurts my eyes and head. I wear dark sunglasses, but sometimes it's just not enough.
Photo of my adorable Service Dog on her first plane ride, which she rocked, for tax.
#cptsd
It literally hurts my eyes and head. I wear dark sunglasses, but sometimes it's just not enough.
Photo of my adorable Service Dog on her first plane ride, which she rocked, for tax.
#cptsd
March 16, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Has anyone tinted the windows of their vehicle to help with overstimulation from the sun? Has it helped?
It literally hurts my eyes and head. I wear dark sunglasses, but sometimes it's just not enough.
Photo of my adorable Service Dog on her first plane ride, which she rocked, for tax.
#cptsd
It literally hurts my eyes and head. I wear dark sunglasses, but sometimes it's just not enough.
Photo of my adorable Service Dog on her first plane ride, which she rocked, for tax.
#cptsd
A struggle with being a dog trainer and business owner when you have multiple chronic mental health and medical diagnosis, is that I try so hard to be there for my clients but then some days the body just doesn't let you. Today is one of those days. Sorry team SnW.
a dog is sitting on a couch with its eyes closed and looking at the camera .
Alt: a dog is sitting on a couch with its eyes closed and looking at the camera .
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March 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
A struggle with being a dog trainer and business owner when you have multiple chronic mental health and medical diagnosis, is that I try so hard to be there for my clients but then some days the body just doesn't let you. Today is one of those days. Sorry team SnW.
I joined the Finch app and I am really enjoying it. Fun way to encourage self care. It's more fun with friends. #finch #selfcare
Tap the link to add me as a friend, or add my friend code 2Y6ZBHY3FM. app.befinch.com/share/TzCR
Tap the link to add me as a friend, or add my friend code 2Y6ZBHY3FM. app.befinch.com/share/TzCR
Let's be friends on Finch!
Meet your emotional support companion to finally make daily self care fun! Take care of your pet by taking care of yourself!
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March 12, 2025 at 12:31 PM
I joined the Finch app and I am really enjoying it. Fun way to encourage self care. It's more fun with friends. #finch #selfcare
Tap the link to add me as a friend, or add my friend code 2Y6ZBHY3FM. app.befinch.com/share/TzCR
Tap the link to add me as a friend, or add my friend code 2Y6ZBHY3FM. app.befinch.com/share/TzCR
Ever have an hour break, so you sit down to "rest up" and you just made yourself even more tired? #overworked #cptsd #burnout
March 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Ever have an hour break, so you sit down to "rest up" and you just made yourself even more tired? #overworked #cptsd #burnout
1st day back from a long weekend & already ready for a vacation. 😂😂😂😭😭😭🤪🤪🤪
March 10, 2025 at 7:01 PM
1st day back from a long weekend & already ready for a vacation. 😂😂😂😭😭😭🤪🤪🤪
Just read the behavior report for Phoenix's first visit with Dr Bohland at OSU Veterinary Behavioral Medicine department. Dated April 4th, 2022.
She has come so far thanks to amazing people that believe in science & kindness.
We are so very lucky to have an amazing tribe for our little family.
She has come so far thanks to amazing people that believe in science & kindness.
We are so very lucky to have an amazing tribe for our little family.
March 6, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Just read the behavior report for Phoenix's first visit with Dr Bohland at OSU Veterinary Behavioral Medicine department. Dated April 4th, 2022.
She has come so far thanks to amazing people that believe in science & kindness.
We are so very lucky to have an amazing tribe for our little family.
She has come so far thanks to amazing people that believe in science & kindness.
We are so very lucky to have an amazing tribe for our little family.
March 4, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Because I am an adult, god damnit!!To hell with A1c and HDLs.
February 26, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Because I am an adult, god damnit!!To hell with A1c and HDLs.
Dog Trainer Friends: How are you dealing with clients you have found out are Trumpers?
I don't get them often, but it's enough.
I think I need to put something even more clear on my website about where I stand. Weed them out even more. But what?
#resist
I don't get them often, but it's enough.
I think I need to put something even more clear on my website about where I stand. Weed them out even more. But what?
#resist
February 4, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Dog Trainer Friends: How are you dealing with clients you have found out are Trumpers?
I don't get them often, but it's enough.
I think I need to put something even more clear on my website about where I stand. Weed them out even more. But what?
#resist
I don't get them often, but it's enough.
I think I need to put something even more clear on my website about where I stand. Weed them out even more. But what?
#resist
Stressed baby Phoenix as we waited for her MRI and spine surgery. She has several herniated discs, mostly chronic & at least one acute herniated disc. She's now in surgery. She'll stay over night.
January 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Stressed baby Phoenix as we waited for her MRI and spine surgery. She has several herniated discs, mostly chronic & at least one acute herniated disc. She's now in surgery. She'll stay over night.
cPTSD is being triggered by the fact you're in a healthy relationship, that acknowledges it's not perfect, but is true love. We're have a medical emergency w/ Phoenix. To watch my wife's strength & hopeful spirit through this... (1/2)
January 23, 2025 at 3:35 AM
cPTSD is being triggered by the fact you're in a healthy relationship, that acknowledges it's not perfect, but is true love. We're have a medical emergency w/ Phoenix. To watch my wife's strength & hopeful spirit through this... (1/2)
Old, married, lesbian convos. (Yes, we're texting from inside the house. She's downstairs sleep with Phoenix on the couch. I am in bed so that I have a half decent chance to sleep before tomorrow.)
Ugh... I'm running over. Rest of story on the other site.
Ugh... I'm running over. Rest of story on the other site.
January 23, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Old, married, lesbian convos. (Yes, we're texting from inside the house. She's downstairs sleep with Phoenix on the couch. I am in bed so that I have a half decent chance to sleep before tomorrow.)
Ugh... I'm running over. Rest of story on the other site.
Ugh... I'm running over. Rest of story on the other site.
Reposted by Valarie
January 22, 2025 at 11:29 PM
The love and support we've gotten for our little Phoenix is beyond. Thank you all so much.
January 22, 2025 at 11:42 AM
The love and support we've gotten for our little Phoenix is beyond. Thank you all so much.
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Pawsitive Access Canine Training Fund, a life-changing mutual aid fund!
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January 22, 2025 at 11:32 AM
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Pawsitive Access Canine Training Fund, a life-changing mutual aid fund!
Help By:
-Donating
-Sharing
-Following us
PayPal: buff.ly/420Zzw7
Venmo: @PACT_Fund
Supplies: valarie@sitsnwigglescle.com
Learn more: buff.ly/40pLDdO
#mutualaid #signalboost
Help By:
-Donating
-Sharing
-Following us
PayPal: buff.ly/420Zzw7
Venmo: @PACT_Fund
Supplies: valarie@sitsnwigglescle.com
Learn more: buff.ly/40pLDdO
#mutualaid #signalboost
Anyone else's dog have to sniff everything like they're making sure you're not feeding them poison.
Try to get them to eat a carrot ONE time in. 2014 and they never trust you again.
Try to get them to eat a carrot ONE time in. 2014 and they never trust you again.
January 21, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Anyone else's dog have to sniff everything like they're making sure you're not feeding them poison.
Try to get them to eat a carrot ONE time in. 2014 and they never trust you again.
Try to get them to eat a carrot ONE time in. 2014 and they never trust you again.
Going through an upsetting or traumatic event, remaining absolutely calm throughout. Knowing exactly how to mitigate or even stop the event from continuing. Appearing to be "completely OK", only to have a complete panic attack when you get home to your safe space. #cptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth
December 11, 2024 at 12:42 PM
Going through an upsetting or traumatic event, remaining absolutely calm throughout. Knowing exactly how to mitigate or even stop the event from continuing. Appearing to be "completely OK", only to have a complete panic attack when you get home to your safe space. #cptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth
Info-dumping when asked to introduce yourself to a group. Then apologize for "rambling". Then think about it a lot and what you should have said, instead of what you did say. #cptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth
December 11, 2024 at 12:39 PM
Info-dumping when asked to introduce yourself to a group. Then apologize for "rambling". Then think about it a lot and what you should have said, instead of what you did say. #cptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth
Beating yourself up over dropping something and breaking it. OBVIOUSLY, you don't care about things. You don't deserve things. And no one will ever love you. #cptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth
December 8, 2024 at 9:42 PM
Beating yourself up over dropping something and breaking it. OBVIOUSLY, you don't care about things. You don't deserve things. And no one will ever love you. #cptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth