Hi - new here

[PRIDEandJOY]

After ignoring it, now finally trying to process what happened seven years ago. Hasn't been easy. Happy to have found this site.

[Finchy]

Welcome to AS, @PRIDEandJOY!!  I'm glad you found your way here.

I'm so sorry about the trauma you've experienced. It's very good though that you're taking this big step in being willing to process what happened to you. It's not easy. You'll meet a lot of supportive people here. Best wishes!

-Finch

[MeBeMary]

Hello PRIDEandJOY,

Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for what happened to you seven years ago. Nobody every had that right to hurt you. Do know that you will find tons of support here. Our members are very understanding and kind. I'm sure you will see that for yourself, once you get a chance to look around.

I understand that ignoring thing you mentioned. I think many of us do. We hope that pushing it down makes it easier, but I am sure you found that struggles can't be buried as easily. I did this for so many years, but was happy too, to find this community. Being accepted and validated is not a small thing. I am glad you have this now.

I am glad you took the step to reach out. Take your time and interact when you are ready. I am wishing you many steps forward on this journey we call healing.

Mary

  

[8888]

Welcome @PRIDEandJOY 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. 

[missfrier]

Dear prideandjoy

 

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

 

 

[PRIDEandJOY]

@mini.finch @MeBeMary @8888 @missfrier Thank you all, for your welcoming response. I have a good group of friends and been seeing a therapist. But still, sometimes feels pretty lonely, It's nice knowing there are others out there who can relate.