Hi, I am new and a little afraid.

[impk]

Hi there. I joined this site because I recently realized that I have never really talked about my rapes and that I have a lot of bottled up fear, rage, sad, lost, empty feelings that I've bottled up for a very long time. So here I am. I know that I am not broken, but I still feel like I am. Thanks for letting me introduce myself.

[reglois]

    if ok

[aftersilence1]

Welcome to AS. A lot of us have realized that we have unresolved feelings from past abuse/assault. It can be overwhelming when you first become aware of the impact the past is having on you. But, there is hope and healing. You've come to the right place.

[patriciag]

6 hours ago, impk said:

Hi there. I joined this site because I recently realized that I have never really talked about my rapes and that I have a lot of bottled up fear, rage, sad, lost, empty feelings that I've bottled up for a very long time. So here I am. I know that I am not broken, but I still feel like I am. Thanks for letting me introduce myself.

Hi impk, Welcome to AS. It is normal to feel a little afraid. I am sorry for what you went through. We all know that feeling of feeling broken. This is a safe place and you aren't alone. Take your time going over the site and we are here for you.

[NumbAndDumb]

Welcome ipmk  this forum is great to let off some stress and to connect with other survivors. 

[Princess45]

Hi, I'm new too

[MeBeMary]

9 hours ago, impk said:

Hi there. I joined this site because I recently realized that I have never really talked about my rapes and that I have a lot of bottled up fear, rage, sad, lost, empty feelings that I've bottled up for a very long time. So here I am. I know that I am not broken, but I still feel like I am. Thanks for letting me introduce myself.

Hi impk,

Welcome to AS. I am very sorry for the traumas that you went thru and the struggles you still face. You have found a very supportive site with understanding and kind members. Before coming here, I too bottled up all my emotions that I had carried for 30+ years. It's not easy, I know. You have taken a big step reaching out, one of many steps I hope you will take on this healing journey. I wish you well.

Mary

 

[Struggling88]

Hi, impk, and welcome! 

[Vivkitten]

you came to the right place impk, everyone here is really supportive, wishing you the best, talk to you soon im sure

[G]

Hello impk!

Welcome to AS! You'll find alot of support here and in time you will heal

[phoenixxx]

Welcome impk. Don't be afraid, everyone here is very supportive and lovely. Sorry for what you went through. Hope this place helps you heal. 

[Valentina]

  Welcome, so sorry for what brings you here! Hope you can talk with us. :D

[Tannyluck]

Hi and welcome to AS! I hope you find our community supportive/informative. It takes tremendous courage to share your story. Share as much or as little as you feel comfortable. Nobody is here to pressure you into sharing. I wish you well on your path to healing.

[HiddenHeart]

Hello, impk. Welcome to AS. 

[Meggy24]

I feel the same way! I also just joined and am afraid. I have never spoken to anyone about my experience until recently. I to have kept everything bottled up for several years and completely understand feeling broken.

It helps to know I am not alone. Hope it helps you as well.