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[Wonderwall92]

Hey, new here. Don’t really know what to say either. I feel sad that a site like this exists, but am glad to have come across it. 9 years this month, and I’ve only began to realize what actually happened to me the last year or so. I’m honestly not really sure of what else to say here at the moment but just wanted to make an intro, make some steps to one day maybe say out loud what happened.

[missfrier]

 

Dear @Wonderwall92

I would like to welcome you to After Silence's forums.  We are all here for you and want to support you in any way we can. I know that posting for the first time can be scary.  Please don't worry, though; you will always be given so much support from our lovely community and its members.  You're not alone - we are with you.

You will soon receive an official welcome message in your inbox.  Please feel free to respond to that PM if you have any questions about the forum or if you need some help finding your way around the site. 

Take care and keep reaching out!! 

[8888]

Welcome to After Silence.  I’m sorry for what brought you here but I’m happy you are here reaching out for support.  Good job taking this step in your healing process.  You are not alone and what happened to you wasn’t your fault.  Take your time exploring and post when you are ready.  If you have any questions feel free to message me. 

[snmls]

Welcome to AS.  I'm sorry for the trauma that brought you here, but I'm glad you found the site.  I hope you can use this site to continue your healing journey.  

[DenialsNotARiver]

Welcome and hang in there...You are not alone.

[Poppy_]

Hi, @Wonderwall92 - 

Welcome to After Silence! I'm sorry for what you went through 9 years ago. Trauma is so hard to deal with, but you've come to the right place to find support! I know it can be hard to know exactly what to say in your intro, so don't worry about not having much there. We are all anxious to get to know you! And when you feel ready and comfortable, this is a safe space to share your story. You'll have all of us behind you. 

If you need any help with the boards or have any questions about anything, please feel free to reach out to me! I am here to do whatever I can to help  I'm also here if you ever need someone to talk to. I have an open door policy on my PMs! 

Wishing you all the best,
Poppy

[Mave]

Hey, @Wonderwall92. I am so sorry that this happened to you. I know that it must feel hard to process and to know what to say at first. Take your time. We are all here for you. I’m proud and glad that you had the courage to post. Hang in there and be gentle with yourself. You’ve been through a lot and deserve loving care and attention from yourself and others. ❤

[Struggling88]

Hi, Wonderwall92, and welcome! 

[MeBeMary]

11 hours ago, Wonderwall92 said:

Hey, new here. Don’t really know what to say either. I feel sad that a site like this exists, but am glad to have come across it. 9 years this month, and I’ve only began to realize what actually happened to me the last year or so. I’m honestly not really sure of what else to say here at the moment but just wanted to make an intro, make some steps to one day maybe say out loud what happened.

Hi Wonderwall,

Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for the trauma you've experienced, but you will find AS a wonderful place and find tons of support. You are not alone. Take your time looking around and jump in when you are ready. You can say as much or little as you like. You will never be pressured. I wish you nothing but the best on this journey of healing.

Mary

 

[goldraindrops]

Welcome, @Wonderwall92,

I'm sorry the experiences that brought you to us - it is a shame that a site like this has to exist and that there are so many of us on it.  

Many of us can relate to what it's like to feel the effects of our abuse for years - it is such a painful and deeply personal thing.

I hope we can bring you peace and healing,

Gold Raindrops