New Survivor

[ImAlmostReal]

Hi, I'm new here. I just wanted to say "hi", I guess. I'm kind of awkward and I've been going through a lot of things related to what happened to me in March. Things get better for a time and then it all comes flooding back. I just want to try to get better and move forward with my life. But I feel so broken sometimes. But, I'm trying. This is me trying.

[SilentBird]

Hi @ImAlmostReal, welcome to the forum but I am sorry for what has brought you here.

That wave of emotions, memories and feelings of being out of control and awkward is very common among survivors. Especially in the first several months after the trauma occurred. You can get better and seeking support is wise step.Never stop trying and you will get better and feel less "broken".

[ImAlmostReal]

Thank you, @SilentBird. I'm doing my best.

[SilentBird]

Just now, ImAlmostReal said:

Thank you, @SilentBird. I'm doing my best.

That's all any of us can do.

[phoenixxx]

Welcome Real. I am sorry for what you have been through but glad you found AS. This is a wonderful place to help you heal and find support. Don't worry, trying is what we are all doing. It can get better. Hugs if ok. 

[ImAlmostReal]

Thank you, @phoenixxx. 

[patriciag]

4 hours ago, ImAlmostReal said:

Hi, I'm new here. I just wanted to say "hi", I guess. I'm kind of awkward and I've been going through a lot of things related to what happened to me in March. Things get better for a time and then it all comes flooding back. I just want to try to get better and move forward with my life. But I feel so broken sometimes. But, I'm trying. This is me trying.

Hi, ImAlmostReal, I am sorry for the  trauma that brought you here. There is a lot of power in the words that you ended your welcome, "this is me trying". One of the hardest thing to do is share what happened to you, it goes against how we want to protect ourselves but you did it and that is powerful. You will find this site to be a safe place and you are not alone here. It is normal to have things come flooding back and feeling broken. We are here for you.

Patricia

[reglois]

    if ok

[Struggling88]

Hi, ImAlmostReal, and welcome! 

[MeBeMary]

10 hours ago, ImAlmostReal said:

Hi, I'm new here. I just wanted to say "hi", I guess. I'm kind of awkward and I've been going through a lot of things related to what happened to me in March. Things get better for a time and then it all comes flooding back. I just want to try to get better and move forward with my life. But I feel so broken sometimes. But, I'm trying. This is me trying.

Hi I'mAlmostReal,

Welcome to AS. I am very sorry for the trauma that you have experienced. Trying is hard to do, I know. It is a big step to reach out to others, and we are all here to support you. I do wish you well on your healing journey.

Mary

[EmergingLight]

Welcome Imalmostreal! I'm glad you've found us - this is a really supportive community 

[ImAlmostReal]

Thank you, @Struggling88, @MeBeMary, and @EmergingLight. 

[AVI]

Hi im new here in after silence and i am clueless on how to go about things .. I could use some help i hope im not intervening 

[brooke taylor]

Welcome to the forum. Im sure you find a lot of supportive people in here. You are not alone

[Tannyluck]

Hi and welcome to AS! I hope you find our community informative/supportive. I wish you well on your healing journey.

 

[BrokenAngel81]

you've come to a great place. I joined like 2 days after I was raped, its been 2 months and the help has been amazing!

[reglois]

On ‎22‎/‎10‎/‎2016 at 11:32 AM, AVI said:

Hi im new here in after silence and i am clueless on how to go about things .. I could use some help i hope im not intervening 

    if ok

[AVI]

im glad that i have someone who i can share with ,, someone to hear me and not feel alone .. thank u for welcoming me looking forward to moving ahead ...

hugs