Recent content by DamagedJoe

Hi everyone, I wanted to give a brief update on where I currently stand, partly to create a bit of structure for myself, and also in the hope that some of you might recognize parts of your own story in it. It has been around eight months since the acoustic trauma. Unfortunately, the tinnitus...

Gray. Hopeless. Pointless. Final. Worthless.

I read your story, and it sounded very similar to mine. This feeling of having seriously harmed myself out of stupidity… it is truly terrible. The guilt, the remorse — I no longer feel like myself. I have lost a part of who I was. I am no longer fully present in my relationship. I am so sorry.

It was October 2024, about eight months ago. My hope is starting to fade…

Thank you for your positive attitude. I really need an “it can be done” story because I am really struggling right now. Could you elaborate on your path to healing? When and why did you notice the first positive changes? How long did it take? I try to keep a neutral mindset about this, but I...

Had a complete mental breakdown today. Sobbing like child, my T suddenly exploded in my ear. Today i was convinced that my body wanted to drive me insane and to commit suicide. Now i am really tired and exhausted.

It already feels like an eternity to me. To be honest, I cannot sleep at all without masking. I tried in the beginning, but now I do not dare to anymore. And yes, at first, I slept for a maximum of 2 hours — 4 hours with medication.

I think am experiencing my first spike after a visit at a bar with an avg of 68db. Feeling drained and defeated. I am so fed up.

I want to believe you so badly. I am seven months in, and it is very, very hard for me. My hope is fading that I can improve 🥺