Hello

[artista]

Hi, I'm obviously new here. I don't really know what to say here, I don't really post online or talk much at all, I'm not a huge fan of talking about myself, so....hi!

[missfrier]

Dear @artista 

Welcome to After Silence!!

I'm sorry for what you have been through.  I find it is easier to talk on forums then out loud.  Being here has helped me so much, even from the first time I ever posted.  It is still helping me - I have so much support here and I know you will, as well.  Here at AS, we are like a big family and our members are kind and non-judgemental.

I am sending you lots of safe hugs! 

Take care!
 

[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. 

[Poppy_]

Hi, @artista - 

Welcome to After Silence! It's completely okay to not feel comfortable talking about yourself or posting yet. You can always respond to other posts until you decide you're ready to make your own post! I will let you know that this a safe place to talk about anything you need or want to. Everyone here is beyond supportive and will welcome you with open arms! 

Take your time looking around the site and jump in whenever you feel ready. If you have any questions at all or need help with anything, please don't hesitate to reach out to me! I'm always here and my door is always open   

Until later,
Poppy

[snmls]

Hi @artista

Welcome to AS.  Sorry for the experiences in your life that brought you to the site, but I'm glad you found it and decided to join. This is a safe space and no one will judge you here.  We are all here to support each other.  You are welcome to share as little or as much as you want to.  There is no requirement to post and you are free just to read or comment on other people's posts if that makes you feel more comfortable.  Do whatever feels right for you.  I hope you end up  finding this site to be as beneficial as I do.  

[artista]

Thank you for the warm welcome. I've been feeling particularly vulnerable lately so I appreciate your kindness and reassurance

[Struggling88]

Hi, Artista, and welcome! 

[MeBeMary]

21 hours ago, artista said:

Hi, I'm obviously new here. I don't really know what to say here, I don't really post online or talk much at all, I'm not a huge fan of talking about myself, so....hi!

Hi artista,

Welcome to AS. I am very sorry that you find yourself here, but you have found a very supportive site. It's ok to take your time and only jump in when you are comfortable. You can take this site at your own pace and in your own way. There is never pressure to do more than you fell up to. Wishing you the best on your path of healing.

Mary