Originally Posted by
Lines 
I know all countries are suffering, but I cant help but feel the whole of Italy is simply traumatized. Cant help but wonder what the after effects will be. How quickly this took away so many people, and has forever changed those left behind.
When it first happened here I hoped and prayed it would not become a worldwide issue but it has. I think the whole world is traumatised to be honest. It has been so sad to watch it play out. Obviously the death and the suffering, the economic losses and loss of freedom, but to watch various people I know- some of the strongest I know, just crumble. I personally have good days and bad days but some people have even been leaning on me during this time, saying I am one of the few people listening and understanding their depression and trauma, I guess because I have been through so much of that myself I am a little bit more prepared for what it feels like. It is strange to be the one providing support instead of leaning on others!