A Friendly Howl-Hello

[LittleWolf]

Hi!

I’m LittleWolf - which is a username I’ve never gone by before, so I don’t quite know what shortened versions will come from it yet. (It’ll be a surprise!) I use she/her pronouns.

I’m a lesbian who is recovering from CSA and intimate partner violence. Until a few days ago, I had never told anyone about what happened to me. I told a trusted mentor in my life, who promptly started looking for free and accessible resources for survivors, and forwarded me the link to this website. It’s still hard to believe I belong here, to believe my own story - but I know I want to be in a better place than I am now. 

I am uninsured and low income, though I have accessed the free counseling offered by my university (until it ran out.)

The main reason I’m making this post is that I was hoping to access the LGBT+ and women’s sections of the forum. I saw in the FAQ and such that I could reach out and ask, so,,, reaching out! Asking! Hurray!

Some fun facts: this summer I’m doing  genomics research through a university program! This will be the first summer I ever spend away from my family. (I am excited!)

I love animals and genetics and basically all of biology, I’m an artist (I drew my profile picture really quickly for this website - shouldn’t be identifiable to me), I like to play video games, I’m autistic, my special interests are genetics and wolves (surprise surprise)…

If you’ve read this far - thanks! I look forward to getting to know you.

[Doll6]

Hi @LittleWolf, welcome to AS! I’m glad your friend found us for you. I love your wolf picture, you are very talented! I hope you find AS to be a very supportive, helpful community, as I have found. 

[LittleWolf]

@Doll6 thank you for the well wishes!

[Six_times_seven]

@LittleWolf I’m sorry for what brought you here but I am happy that you found us.  You will find  lots of supportive people through this site.  

[missfrier]

Dear littlewolf

 

Welcome to After Silence.  I am sorry to hear of the trauma you have been through!

 

Being here has helped me so much.   Everyone is so caring and supportive here.  I am proud of you for reaching out.  I know that is hard to do.  I also know that you will find that needed compassion and support here within our community.  Know we are here for you and we will listen whenever you would like to lean on us.    

 

Take care and please do not hesitate to ask for any help if you ever need it.  

[Finchy]

Welcome to AS, @LittleWolf! I'm glad you found your way here. I love your profile pic. Very cute! Is that a fursona of yourself? You're an incredible artist! I love video games, too. What games do you play?

Anyhoo, welcome again. I'm sorry for what's brought you here. It was undeserved and not your fault...but you can heal. You've reached out, which is very hard to do. I'm proud of you.

I can send you the password for the women's forum. The LGBTQIA+ forum doesn't require a password, so you can post there any time.  

Best wishes, sending you lots of support. ❤️ 

-Finch

[Capulet]

Welcome to After Silence, @LittleWolf!  I am pleased to make your acquaintance, though sorry it is under these terrible circumstances.  I am glad to see you’re taking steps toward recovery and hope that being here will bring you peace, comfort and healing.  It certainly is a game-changer when you are surrounded by those who can relate or understand your struggles. 

I see our lovely @mini.finch has by now given you the females-only forum password.  If you are in need of any additional assistance, please don’t hesitate to holler.  We have many helping hands here and I think you will fit into our community nicely.

Looking forward to getting to know you as well.  Again, welcome!!!

Best wishes,

- Capulet

[SociallyAwkward]

Cool. An introduction and a formal request to access a specific section. Look like your adjusting well.  

therapy is only good is you have a good therapist, and even then most of the real work comes from inside you. This is the right place to be to work on yourself. 

[8888]

Welcome @LittleWolf 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.  P.S.- I'm a lesbian too!

[WannaMoveOn]

On 5/23/2022 at 8:18 AM, LittleWolf said:

Hi!

I’m LittleWolf - which is a username I’ve never gone by before, so I don’t quite know what shortened versions will come from it yet. (It’ll be a surprise!) I use she/her pronouns.

I’m a lesbian who is recovering from CSA and intimate partner violence. Until a few days ago, I had never told anyone about what happened to me. I told a trusted mentor in my life, who promptly started looking for free and accessible resources for survivors, and forwarded me the link to this website. It’s still hard to believe I belong here, to believe my own story - but I know I want to be in a better place than I am now. 

I am uninsured and low income, though I have accessed the free counseling offered by my university (until it ran out.)

The main reason I’m making this post is that I was hoping to access the LGBT+ and women’s sections of the forum. I saw in the FAQ and such that I could reach out and ask, so,,, reaching out! Asking! Hurray!

Some fun facts: this summer I’m doing  genomics research through a university program! This will be the first summer I ever spend away from my family. (I am excited!)

I love animals and genetics and basically all of biology, I’m an artist (I drew my profile picture really quickly for this website - shouldn’t be identifiable to me), I like to play video games, I’m autistic, my special interests are genetics and wolves (surprise surprise)…

If you’ve read this far - thanks! I look forward to getting to know you.

Hello and welcome here! 

Hm... nicknames... I think Wolfy would be an obvious choice, or maybe Lilwolf, has some pop culture to it. You can pick your own nickname if you want. I go by Wanna myself

You seem to be a creative soul, your profile pick is really cool. We have a Healing Through Creativity forum you might like, and our Humor and Silliness forum is very crafty. I am sorry you have limited options to get help. I am lucky I live in a country that offers tax payed health care, even if it has severe lacking it's better than nothing. RAINN is an option in crisis.

I understand that this can be hard to grasp, the fact that you are a survivor. Finding acceptance can take time, but what matters is that you're navigating towards healing. It can be a bumpy road, but we are here for you! This is a safe place to connect with fellow survivors, exchange stories (in the amount you want) and feel less alone. 

Oooh, a biology student! I am actually a biology bachelor drop out. 😝

Please let me know, if I can be at any help. Just throw a PM any time! 

All best, W ☀️

Edited May 26, 2022 by WannaMoveOn

[S_Sundance]

Welcome, Littlewolf and the profile sketch is awesome.

Edited May 30, 2022 by S_Sundance