Hi!

[copper_lips]

So glad I found this forum.  I have been on here reading for awhile now and am finally feeling ready to share myself. 

[WannaMoveOn]

Hello @copper_lips I am Wanna  Welcome to After Silence!

 I am deeply sorry for your reasons to be here. This forum invites all kind of survivors. I hope that you will feel this platform being the support system you need. I am happy that you decided to  join our community, we are here to help you cope. Sharing is an important step, I encourage you to use your words and wish you best of luck on your healing journey  

All best and stay safe

- Wanna 🌻

[copper_lips]

@WannaMoveOn Thank you for the warm welcome!  I really appreciate it! 

[MeBeMary]

Hi cooper,

I am glad you have been looking around. It helps to find your comfort place, doesn't it? I do think the place proves itself, by what is shared here. You finding it your time is a step in itself. We are glad you are here and wish you well.

Supporting you.  

Mary

[snmls]

Hi @copper_lips

Welcome to AS. I'm sorry for the trauma you have experienced, but I'm glad you found the site and decided to join. It is never too late to start sharing. We all have our own timeline for these things and only you can decide when your ready. Sometimes looking around and just reading posts can be beneficial as well. Remember you can post and share on the site whenever you feel comfortable and there is no limit or obligation to do so. We are here to support you no matter what. Wishing you the best. 

[copper_lips]

@MeBeMary Thank you so much for the warm welcome! 

[copper_lips]

@snmls Thank you so much!  I have begun to share, and I must say, it makes we feel better!

[khake]

Welcome, I'm glad you found this community and I hope it helps your process!  

Feeling ready to share is a big leap, proud of you.

[copper_lips]

Thanks @khake!

[missfrier]

Dear copperlips

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

[copper_lips]

Thank you @missfrier!  You all have been WONDERFUL so far!

[WannaMoveOn]

18 hours ago, copper_lips said:

@WannaMoveOn Thank you for the warm welcome!  I really appreciate it! 

You are welcome, and what a cute choice of an emoji. This one is my personal fav

[8888]

Welcome @copper_lips 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. 

[copper_lips]

Thanks @8888!  You all have been so kind and helpful!