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[Jane1847]

Hi all,

I had been thinking of joining a site like this and finally worked up the courage to join. I recently started thinking that it might be good to share my experience and hear the experience of others. I am still trying to gain a better grasp on what happened to me after years of repressing it. The idea of not being so alone in this experience is comforting and I am finally ready to dive in. 

[Bluesclues]

Good for you. It takes so much courage and strength to reach out. Welcome!

[Graice]

Hi Jane and welcome to AS,

This is a very terrific place of support kindness compassion validation and support.Im sorry for the trauma you went through that has brought you to us but glad you found us.

 

[reglois]

   

[Jane1847]

Thank you for the warm welcome! All of this support is bringing me tears of joy 

[MeBeMary]

3 hours ago, Jane1847 said:

Hi all,

I had been thinking of joining a site like this and finally worked up the courage to join. I recently started thinking that it might be good to share my experience and hear the experience of others. I am still trying to gain a better grasp on what happened to me after years of repressing it. The idea of not being so alone in this experience is comforting and I am finally ready to dive in. 

Hi Jane,

Welcome to AS. I am very sorry for the traumas you have endured, but you have found a very supportive site. There are many understanding and kind members here.  I like the way you mention that you have worked up the courage to join. It does take courage and it is a very big step to take. I am sure it is one of many you will find on your healing journey. 

Mary

 

[oceonwaves]

Welcome Jane, I have found AS really helpful, I do not feel so alone, also I realise the people here understand and can relate to the emotions and trauma of it all.

[patriciag]

Hi Jane, welcome to AS.

Patricia

[Painnbroken]

Welcome to AS!  I'm sorry for the traumas you endured.  Take your time look around. Say as much or as little as you like.  You've found a safe site, everyone is awesome here and there is no judgement.  @Jane1847 I wish you the best on you healing journey.  

[phoenixxx]

17 hours ago, Jane1847 said:

Hi all,

I had been thinking of joining a site like this and finally worked up the courage to join. I recently started thinking that it might be good to share my experience and hear the experience of others. I am still trying to gain a better grasp on what happened to me after years of repressing it. The idea of not being so alone in this experience is comforting and I am finally ready to dive in. 

Welcome to AS, Jane! I am sorry you have a reason to be here but I am glad that you feel ready to talk about it and deal with it. It took me many years too, but being here on AS for the last year has helped me a lot. Hope it will be the same for you. 

[Juniperberry1900]

Hi  @Jane1847, welcome to AS. I'm sorry for what has brought you here. Now that you're here, I think you'll find a wonderfully supportive community. Please take care. 

[Struggling88]

Hi, Jane1847, and welcome!  

[goldraindrops]

You and I are in exactly the same situation.  I have thought about joining for months, but in all honesty have been too afraid.  Finally worked up the courage.  I am sorry for the traumas that brought us here.