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why didn't you stop when I asked

I would stop blaming myself. I would be ok saying that *he* hurt me and not feel bad about that. I would accept that *he* was responsible for his actions and not carry that weight. I would be at peace with the fact that there was nothing I could have done. I would have more trust in relationships, and feel that I deserve to be loved. I would speak freely about my experience and not feel shame, because I would have nothing to feel ashamed of. I'm going to think about this more, I like where this is going

Why did you do it

I’m so sorry to hear this, I had a similar reaction once when telling a friend and it is devastating but it does get better, you are very brave and strong, it takes courage to reach out and keep trying, don’t give up xWaterlily

Hi @PenguinDance welcome! I had similar thoughts when I joined this site as well, I’m sorry for what brings you here I know you’ll find lots of support however, and you are very brave taking this next step to heal <3 xWaterlily

Welcome to both of you @Bloom2B and @jaclyn_mouse89

Welcome @tshirt40! I'm sorry for what brings you here. This is a safe, supportive place to talk, and I don't think there's ever a time limit on trauma, it's just the nature of the beast that it comes back from time to time.

Welcome @BatChick98! I think it is wonderful what you are doing for your friend, support like yours is so valuable to healing

Hi @limetree welcome! I know you’ll find the support here you are looking for

Hi there! Welcome back we are glad to have you! I think that's awesome you are working so hard to heal, I am so sorry for what you went through. You'll find a lot of support here, take gentle care of yourself as you move forward and know there are many here that are happy to listen

Welcome to AS @danxing! I'm sorry for what's brought you here, but this is a place where you'll find people that understand what you're going through and will support you. Sending suppor and healing to you

Welcome @Pastel27! I’m sorry for what brings you here, but glad you found AS

Welcome @frog52!

Welcome to AS @LDM0426! I’m sorry for what brought you here, but your friend is right, this is a good place to find healing. Here if you ever want to talk xWaterlily❤️

Welcome to AS! I know you will find healing and support here, you’ve taken a very brave step