#1
#1 out of 1
health13h ago
I Watched My Wife Die A Horrific Death. I Thought I’d Never Recover — Until 4 Words Changed My Life.
- Kortmansky describes the deep numbness and detachment after Lori's death and the toll it took on his life.
- EMDR therapy became a turning point, helping him regain daily functioning and rejoin life with others.
- He notes improvements included remembering names, calming trauma episodes, and sleeping better.
- Lori’s life and battle were intense, with multiple brain surgeries and long treatments shaping the family's experience.
- The piece emphasizes that healing from trauma is not a quick switch but a long process.
- Kortmansky shares how EMDR helped him regain a sense of purpose and begin living more fully again.
- The author reflects on Lori’s death in repose of a bed where she suffered and the emotional toll of memory.
- He describes the initial EMDR sessions with a therapist and the grounding techniques used.
- He credits EMDR with helping him return to social life, work, and new adventures.
- The piece underscores the importance of speaking up and seeking help for trauma and grief.
Vote 0