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When will it end? Living with DID and hoplessness

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Whether you are in the thick of the daily ups and downs of a life with a DID or you feel things are going well, there is an underlying question that seems to haunt with a subtle undertone. When does it end? You’re tired, you’re frustrated, you’re hurt, you are probably even confused and second-guessing your own internal compass. Living with someone with DID can be quite challenging. As your loved one bounces from part to part, you feel like you are being jerked around with no true sense of gravity. This may cause your frustration levels to rise. Even after your loved one has integrated there are still days where it’s hard to tell what side is up and which is down.   It’s a reality we live with. This is why self-care is so very important. You need to find a way to get away, to find balance, to tend to your own mental health. You need to find a way to restore your own soul. Additionally, it helps to understand your loved one’s situation. As difficult as it