Finding my voice

[SlynZ]

Hello everyone,

I stumbled upon this site while looking for a place to talk about what happened to me when I need to.

My now ex husband held me hostage at gunpoint and raped me. The anxiety and flashbacks come and go which is one reason I was looking for a place to talk to people who could understand and also hopefully not be uncomfortable. I struggle to talk to my family and support system as I know it is not something they want to think or talk about.

So here I am, hoping to be able to talk about what happened and the affects it has left.

Thank you!

[MeBeMary]

Hello again, SlynZ.

Glad you found your way to the welcome area to introduce yourself. It is unfair and undeserved that you have experienced trauma, but you will find a bunch of support here. Feel free to continue to look around and know you are in a safe and non-judgmental place. I do think it is easier to lean on others who understand.

I'm glad you joined our community and wish you well.

Mary

 

[Capulet]

Welcome, @SlynZ to After Silence!!!  

Although I'm sorry for the circumstances that have led you here, I'm glad you've found us and I do hope that being here brings you connection, peace and healing.  

You are not alone, here - many are in the same boat and you'll find an overwhelming amount of support within this community.  

Take your time looking around and jump in, anytime.

Best wishes,
Capulet

[missfrier]

Dear slynz

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

 

 

[WannaMoveOn]

Hello @SlynZ Welcome to After Silence! I hope that you will find a safe place in this community. Know that you are not alone and that none of this was your fault. 

We believe you. 

All best, hope to see you around! 

- Wanna ☀️

[8888]

Welcome @SlynZ 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. 

[SlynZ]

Thank you all so much! Even just writing out this post helped me immensely and your responses even more so. It has been a hard road but know there are kind souls like you all who have been through something similar brings me some peace