SociallyAwkward

Welcome I was silent for a long time too. I was so nervous when I made my first post. I’m not a social person either so it wasn’t easy at first. Now I’m pretty much a person greeter. Very different from the person I use to be. I hope this place helps you learn and grow like it did for me.

Welcome I like your screen name! And you have such a positive attitude. We could use some positivity here. Don’t rush into things. Take your time and learn from others stories/posts. When your ready we will be here for you.

Welcome I’m glad you found us. Dealing with childhood trauma can feel lonely even if you have people who want to help you. We will do what we can to help you along your journey. Take your time and Learn from others stories. When you’re ready we will be here for you.

Welcome childhood stuff is hard to deal with. It took me 10 years to tell anyone, and much longer to finally tell police. i hope we can help.

We were all new at one point. Honestly the hardest part is joining. Once you get familiar with the forum it will be easier. welcome to AfterSilence

Welcome I hope you find the support your looking for. This is a wonderful forum with lots of information and experiences of others. I’m sure you’ll find something helpful.

You should have been loved and protected by your parents. Not abused. That’s such a horrible way to grow up. I’m so sorry you had to go through that. follow what @Finchy said. Get 10 posts and talk about anything you want in the share your story section. The most secure place to put it.

This guy sounds like a creep. I’m glad you broke away from him. A man who is damn near 40 shouldn’t be talking to high school girls. I’m 35 and couldn’t imagine being with a girl that young. I don’t even think it would be right to date someone in their early 20’s. We would both be in completely separate stages in our life. It would just be too weird, and as the adult in the situation he should have known better.

I love your name. It’s sounds hopeful and positive. Always nice to have more positive vibes around here. Due to the nature of the forum positivity is always needed and welcomed. I’m sure you’ll make some good friends here :)

I’m so sorry that you feel you ruined your marriage due to your issues, but to be fair marriage is suppose to be a joint effort between two people. Don’t blame yourself completely. Unfortunately sometimes things just don’t work out between two people. My mom still talks to my dad almost like they are friends. Which is weird considering what he put her through. People are strange and relationships can be complicated. Sometimes too complicated for words. i hope we can help you with whatever you may need.

It took me 10 years to finally tell my mom, and longer still to actually get real help. Glad you found us

welcome. CSA is a very difficult thing to deal with. I’m glad you found us, and I hope we can help.

Welcome to AS. I like dogs and going on walks too. 🐶🐕 I hope you find the support your looking for

I kept what happened to me secret because I didn’t think he did anything wrong. He didn’t really hurt me, so I saw it as a consensual thing.... but you can’t give consent to someone much older than you if your just a kid. I’m 35 and I’m kinda at that same point in my life where I need to really figure out what I’m doing with myself and my mental health. That come before finding a partner.

Welcome to Aftersilence. . I’m glad the VA is helping you, and that the men involved are in prison. I agree with MeBeMary when she says they tarnished their honor as marines. Your so amazing for even joining the military. As a disabled man I couldn’t join the military if I wanted to. I’m glad this country has brave men and women like you.

Welcome I hope you find the support your looking for. There is a lot to read if your not ready to start posting. wishing you the best of luck on your healing journey.

Welcome. This forum has been around for a while so there should be lots helpful posts you can read. I see you’ve already been posting. good job.

Welcome. Your right. It doesn’t get easier, in fact if you keep bottling it up it only gets harder. You don’t have to struggle alone. I hope we can help.

You are welcome to use the forum as often as you want. Or just read and be with us in spirit as you have been doing. :)

Don’t be afraid to tell the truth. I know it’s hard, but there is nothing wrong with telling your story.

It can be helpful for people who don’t have friends or family, or can’t talk to friends and family and certain things. It can also be a good form of secondary therapy. I say secondary because an actual therapist would obviously be better. You can ask questions you can’t ask friends and family. The best way to start is simply reading posts and learning. That might help you get an idea of how to use the forum. Honestly, there is no wrong way as long as you follow the rules

I like your intro. Short and sweet but still says quite a bit. I’ll be your friend. I’ll add you to my follow list right now. You’ll find it’s pretty easy to make friends here. We all have the same goal after all. We all want to make friends with other people who won judge us. I was nervous when I was new. I think we all were. Don’t worry. I think you’ll fit in just fine.

I’m glad you found us. Take your time adjusting to the forums. Reading can be very helpful. welcome