Hi!

[Xander]

Hi everyone, I'm a little nervous as I've never used a forum before, but I thought I'd say hello. I'm finally coming out of denial and am beginning my healing journey, and I'm trying to keep my head up.

[MeBeMary]

Hi Xander and welcome.

I am very sorry you have reasons for being here but happy you decided to reach out. You have found a community filled with many understanding and supportive people. What happened to you was unfair and undeserved. You are not alone. 

The best advice I can give to start you off is to take your time. Look around and know that you will find your footing here. Everyone goes at their own pace, and I wouldn't recommend anything else. 

I'm so glad you decided to reach out, it was a brave thing to do. I wish you the best as you move forward down your healing path.

Mary

[Finchy]

Welcome to AS, @Xander! I'm glad you found your way here. You're really brave to join and introduce yourself.  Take your time exploring, and feel free to ask us any questions you may have. You're not alone. I'm sorry for what you've experienced...I wish you all the best on your healing journey. ❤️ 

-Finchy

[Xander]

@Finchy and @MeBeMary, thank you both! 🙂

[Six_times_seven]

@Xander Welcome to AS.  I'm sorry that you have reasons to find yourself here, but very glad you found us.  There are many people here who will relate to what you have endured.  Best wishes on your healing journey. 

[WannaMoveOn]

9 hours ago, Xander said:

Hi everyone, I'm a little nervous as I've never used a forum before, but I thought I'd say hello. I'm finally coming out of denial and am beginning my healing journey, and I'm trying to keep my head up.

Hello Xander and welcome to our community! I am Wanna

It is perfectly normal to be nervous in these types of situations, just take your time. Here at After Silence, we believe each other and exchange support, as well chit chat about most things in life. If you've had the chance to browse our forum's index, you might have noticed that we have a wide spam of forums for various subjects. I hope you'll find something that matches your needs. 

I am happy you've come to the point of actively healing, and wish you the best of luck with that. Recovering from such a severe trauma can be an emotional roller coaster at times, but just know you're not alone

Us staff are available for assistance, a chat or if you'd have any questions regarding the site. I am just one PM away. 

Stay safe, 

W ☀️

[Robyn R]

Welcome to AS!

[claralee]

Hello Xander, welcome. Hope that you will find a safe community here.

[missfrier]

Dear xander

 

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.  

[awi]

@Xanders welcome to this safe and healing place

[WannaMoveOn]

On 11/20/2023 at 11:07 AM, Robyn R said:

Welcome to AS!

Saying hello Robyn, don't think we've met

[Finchy]

@Xander Just wanted to say I love your Katamari pfp! Cute!

[Xander]

Thank you all for being so welcoming!

And thanks @Finchy, I figured a cute pfp might help me feel a little better haha