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Ohh, I really don’t know how to start, well maybe I should start with saying hi to everyone :hi:

I’m really nervous and scared and that’s probably why I’ve been looking around on this forum for almost a month now without having the courage to introduce myself. But I realize now that I have to start somewhere so here goes…

I’m 32 years old and from the Netherlands. I have been struggling with an eating disorder since I was 18. About a year ago I entered a clinic (where I stayed for 8 months) and although I thought that all my memories were safely tucked away, I realized that I was wrong when I started eating again. With gaining weight all my demons from the past came back to haunt me. I started having flashbacks, nightmares and panic attacks. I was diagnosed with complex PTSD and just recently started trauma stabilization therapy. It is very difficult to continue with this therapy because up until now I have not been able to tell anyone what has happened to me in my past. Here I hope to find the courage and support to maybe finally break the silence. But for now I hope you don’t mind that I’m not able to do much more than introduce myself.

Take care everyone!

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I'm glad you found AS! This place is so supportive to me I hope it helps you as much. Take your time and get comfortable.

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Welcome to AS ... :hug::aswelcomesu:

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Hi welcome to AS. this is a wonderful place for support. I look forward to talking with you. Take care

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Hey

Welcome!

Take your time, you're doing a great job already! I hope you find everything you need here.

Melissa

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Welcome to After Silence :flowers:

Sometimes it seems easier to keep those memories tucked away, but in the long run it can only make things harder. I hope you find the support and empathy you need here, this is a very caring and non-judgemental group and hope you feel comfortable with us.

Nicole :throb:

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Thank you so much for your warm replies :flowers:

You all make me feel really welcome and less alone.

It feels safe being here with people who understand.

THANK YOU!!!!

Take care everyone,

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