I was never much of a crier before my TBI, it took quite a lot to induce tears but it did happen.
In the 16 years since my TBI I have cried once. If you're interested, it was in response to a piece of film about a young child who died - it pulled my heart strings in a natural way I think.
We had our eldest dog Hudson put to sleep a few days ago. He was an old gentleman and I feel we picked the right time for him. As a family we have been dealing with it separately and together. It is my boy's first experience with death, so we are constantly on hand for any questions and feelings he'd like to talk about.
A few days ago, my husband made a comment that has stayed with me. He said he's noticed how unmoved I seem to be about Hudson's death. That I haven't cried, that I seem to be "carrying on with life as normal".
I am very sad. I feel his absence. I want to show my boy how life goes on, though I don't think I'm holding myself together in any way.
It makes me wonder, have I been emotionally blunted since my TBI? I'm just not sure. I've certainly felt happy and sad for various reasons since my TBI. Although I have been put on antidepressants due to my TBI getting my down so much.
I would love to hear people's opinions about this if you'd like to comment - it'd mean a lot to me X
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