Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder

[obliviousdemise]

I have been experiencing symptoms of depersonalization/derealization disorder recently.

Here's the wiki definition for those who aren't familiar with what that is:

"Depersonalization (or depersonalisation) is an anomaly of the mechanism by which an individual has self-awareness. It is a feeling of watching oneself act, while having no control over a situation. Sufferers feel they have changed, and the world has become less real, vague, dreamlike, or lacking in significance. It can be a disturbing experience, since many feel that, indeed, they are living in a "dream"." Individuals who experience depersonalization feel divorced from their own personal physicality by sensing their body sensations, feelings, emotions and behaviors as not belonging to the same person or identity. Often a person who has experienced depersonalization claims that things seem unreal or hazy."


That sums up what my experience has been like. But the feelings of unreality can be ignored if I occupy myself with a game or work. The thing that gets to me no matter what situation I'm in (also what causes me to have mini panic attacks) is this mental flashback I have to the bad part of an acid trip I once had. The song "Comfortably Numb" comes to mind, minus the comfortable part.

I've read up on the disorder a fair bit. But I'm wondering what the spiritual significance of it could be. Also, if anyone else is going through it, how to deal with it and eventually overcome it.

[lesleypumpshaft]

Sorry to hear that you're having this problem, in all honesty I don't think there's any spiritual significance it's mainly an anxiety thing.

I used to get his with panic attacks, the 7 11 breathing technique with help
http://www.panic-attacks.co.uk/cours...ver-breathing/

The weird feelings are partly due to hyperventillation and the chemical reactions it causes in your body, so if you calm you breathing your bodies physical responses will follow.

Another thing that helped me was hypnosis, any self hypnosis audio's by Paul Scheele, Dr Lloyd Glauberman or Paul McKenna are really good. The effects aren't always permanent, but you can listen again for reinforcment.

If you want to actually go to a hypnotherapist do your research so you don't end being ripped off, research accredited bodies etc. NLP combined with Ericksonian techniques is most effective imo.

Good luck

[let it shine]

When did this start happening to you? If you can look back and find the moment when you first began to feel this way you might be able to find the root of your problem. There's always a trigger and if you can find it you can analyze it and determine how to help yourself or find the help that you need.

[opas23]

Originally Posted by obliviousdemise

But I'm wondering what the spiritual significance of it could be. Also, if anyone else is going through it, how to deal with it and eventually overcome it.

Congratulations obliviousdemise!

With the right guidance, you will understand how powerful your life can be.

Fortunately, I have been there and now help others (some on this forum) to step into their own unique and revealing awakening.

Send me a PM and we'll get things rolling for ya ok.

All the best,

Opas23.

[un_plugged]

Originally Posted by obliviousdemise

I have been experiencing symptoms of depersonalization/derealization disorder recently.

Here's the wiki definition for those who aren't familiar with what that is:

"Depersonalization (or depersonalisation) is an anomaly of the mechanism by which an individual has self-awareness. It is a feeling of watching oneself act, while having no control over a situation. Sufferers feel they have changed, and the world has become less real, vague, dreamlike, or lacking in significance. It can be a disturbing experience, since many feel that, indeed, they are living in a "dream"." Individuals who experience depersonalization feel divorced from their own personal physicality by sensing their body sensations, feelings, emotions and behaviors as not belonging to the same person or identity. Often a person who has experienced depersonalization claims that things seem unreal or hazy."


That sums up what my experience has been like. But the feelings of unreality can be ignored if I occupy myself with a game or work. The thing that gets to me no matter what situation I'm in (also what causes me to have mini panic attacks) is this mental flashback I have to the bad part of an acid trip I once had. The song "Comfortably Numb" comes to mind, minus the comfortable part.

I've read up on the disorder a fair bit. But I'm wondering what the spiritual significance of it could be. Also, if anyone else is going through it, how to deal with it and eventually overcome it.

It's a part of the awakening process.

You will go through many changes, and many experiences.

When we start to see life in a different light and "witness" this, it's the start of a journey that will take you to many places in your life.

You will be aware of your dramas and witness the ego's response in a third person kind of thing. (Observer watching the observed.)

Don't be alarmed as that passes in time, but your awareness will be more in tune with your body and the way it works...eg, feelings.

Buckle up and enjoy the ride....

[obliviousdemise]

Originally Posted by un_plugged

It's a part of the awakening process.

You will go through many changes, and many experiences.

When we start to see life in a different light and "witness" this, it's the start of a journey that will take you to many places in your life.

You will be aware of your dramas and witness the ego's response in a third person kind of thing. (Observer watching the observed.)

Don't be alarmed as that passes in time, but your awareness will be more in tune with your body and the way it works...eg, feelings.

Buckle up and enjoy the ride....

Yeah. I can tell that the fear of this new way of viewing things has started to dissipate over time. But what really saddens me is that a lot of the things I used to love I have now lost almost all interest in. I guess you can say that I am afraid of the new person I am and long for the familiarity of my past self.

[un_plugged]

Originally Posted by obliviousdemise

Yeah. I can tell that the fear of this new way of viewing things has started to dissipate over time. But what really saddens me is that a lot of the things I used to love I have now lost almost all interest in. I guess you can say that I am afraid of the new person I am and long for the familiarity of my past self.

New things always feel strange at first.

Don't fear them and let your life unfold naturally.

If you drop some old habits, including many things familiar, don't let it get to you.

What you need for growth will stay with you, and what you don't will drop off quick enough.

If you can actually embrace this new you, as in offer no "resistance" then you will eventually really enjoy this uncertainty.

Good luck in your journey.......

[opas23]

Originally Posted by opas23

Send me a PM and we'll get things rolling for ya ok.

I've replied to your PM and hope to discuss this with you soon.

All the best,

Opas23.

[hierophant]

very ambivalent topic. have a look at this "test case":

Suzanne Segal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Suzanne Segal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Suzanne Segal - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

now what is it? a mental disorder or the ego death all mystical schools are pointing at? is ego death a mental disorder? for orthodox psychology DPD might just be a label for a cognitive process they just can't understand...

imo it all depends on how you feel or how you're beginning to feel. eckhart tolle described the state after his sudden awakening as "deep peace and bliss".

[armoured_amazon]

I've felt that all my life. I don't think it's a disorder; it's just, as you posted, being aware you are not your outside cover.

[white zombie]

I dunno, I randomly get something similar every now and then. Its not unpleasant its just wtf. Everything looks like its a model set, or too perfect. Usually preceded by what appears to be a glow from an orange light seemingly always behind me- peripheral vision thingy.

Suppose I should be happy with a free 'hit' I wouldve paid money for the experience a few years ago if it was smokeable.

[princessofwands]

Obliviousdemise, you're extracting yourself from the matrix and its conditioning programmes.

Any entities (including powerful thought-forms and emotional-forms) in your aura that fed on those programmes will try to pull you back in. Resist!

The matrix itself will also send "matrix agents" into your life to try and get those programmes up and running again.

This period might coincide with a crown chakra activation, and also with an activation of Uranus in your birthchart, or any of your planets by Uranus' position in the sky. You can check out your astrology for free on www.astro.com.

I read that Suzanne Segal book that Hierophant mentioned - "Collision with the Infinite". I think she was having a Uranus activation, plus another more nasty planet like Pluto or one of the darker asteroids at the same time, meaning that her experience was not one of bliss but of a terrifying emptiness. Worth a read, nonetheless.

For matrix info, check out the excellent Montalk site..

http://montalk.net/matrix

[obliviousdemise]

Originally Posted by hierophant

imo it all depends on how you feel or how you're beginning to feel. eckhart tolle described the state after his sudden awakening as "deep peace and bliss".

I've had my fair share of revelatory experiences and epiphanies, but this is anything but a peaceful experience.

Imagine having an extremely terrifying nightmare where your family, friends, and surroundings were suddenly completely unfamiliar, and your were lost. Trapped for eternity without hope of finding meaning or making sense out of senselessness. No identity, no family, no connections, nothing.

Now imagine having this "nightmare" occuring in your waking mind. There is nothing to wake up from, you're completely awake, yet trapped in a hellish mental nightmare.

[hierophant]

sounds bad, i'm very sorry for you and hope you get better! but what is it then, brain chemistry going berserk?

[opas23]

Originally Posted by obliviousdemise

Imagine having an extremely terrifying nightmare where...

Imagine having missed something every time it happens and not being able to ride it and have fun, like a surfer on the crest of a wave which could potentially kill him.

Imagine that.

It may be far far simpler than you think it may be, to turn this whole thing around and live a life of ease.

The offer is still open to chat on MSN and simply sort this sillyness out, once and for all.

Now...just imagine that!

[obliviousdemise]

Originally Posted by opas23

The offer is still open to chat on MSN and simply sort this sillyness out, once and for all.

Now...just imagine that!

I sent you a message on MSN but never got a response.

[opas23]

Originally Posted by obliviousdemise

I sent you a message on MSN but never got a response.

You have to send me your contact details other wise I will not have a clue whom the message is from.

[bardips]

drinking lots of pure, fresh unadulterated water and improving physical health makes a huge difference in people who feel how you do.

getting off of meds helps tremendously as well.

[bardips]

Originally Posted by obliviousdemise

I have been experiencing symptoms of depersonalization/derealization disorder recently.

did you re-personalize yourself yet?

[midnight12]

Originally Posted by opas23

You have to send me your contact details other wise I will not have a clue whom the message is from.

fuck please tell me your still here man I need help!!