Hello

[sunnyskies55]

Hello everyone,

My SA happened 11 years ago but due to seeing the person who did it to me recently for the first time since the SA, I’ve been flooded with traumatic memories and finding it hard to cope. I have never seen a counsellor but hoping this will be a good first step to healing 💜

[snmls]

Hi @sunnyskies55

Welcome to AS.  I'm sorry for the trauma in your life that brought you here, but I'm glad you found the site and decided to join.  I'm sorry you are struggling at the moment, but please know that we are all here to support you.  Just by joining this site you are taking steps toward healing.  Healing can be a tough process, but you will get through it.  We will be here for you every step of the way.  Take some time looking around the site and post whenever you feel comfortable.  If you need support, just reach out.  I hope you find this site to be as helpful as I do. 

[sunnyskies55]

@snmls thank you 🙏 

[MeBeMary]

Hi sunnyskies,

Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for the trauma you experienced 11 years ago, but you have found a very supportive site. I am sorry it cam back after seeing your abuser...a nasty trigger to let you know that what you went thru was wrong and traumatic and it is always sad that they (or the majority of they) still walk around like they are uneffected. You are right, reaching out is a very good and forward step. I do wish you many more of these forward steps as you renew this journey of healing.

Mary

 

[missfrier]

Dear sunnyskies

I am sorry for all that you have been through.   You have been so brave in reaching out to us, please know that this is never easy!   We are all here for you and we want to support you.  You're not alone in your healing journey and are always welcome to lean on us for extra support.  You can post as much or as little as you like.  We are here to support you in the way you need.  I have found this community to be very helpful.  Everyone is so understanding and non-judgmental and I am hoping you feel the same way once you've gotten to know us a little.   

All my best,
missfrier

[8888]

Welcome @sunnyskies55 to After Silence.  I’m sorry for what brought you here and that you have to see your abuser.  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. 

[Struggling88]

Hi, sunnyskies55, and welcome! 

[Poppy_]

Hi, @sunnyskies55 - 

Welcome to After Silence! I'm sorry about the trauma you endured 11 years ago and also that you had to see the perpetrator recently. I'm hoping you will find some good support and healing here  

If you need anything at all, please feel free to reach out to me! 

Wishing you the best,
Poppy