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Hi JesseRose, Welcome to Aftersilence. I am so sorry for the trauma that happened to you 16 years ago, as well as the more current assault. Both were wrong, undeserved and unfair. I'm sorry you endured both instances. I'm sorry that the second caused flashbacks of the first. No individual has a right to touch another, stranger or no. I'm sorry you endured this. It takes courage to be open, even if this your norm. There is something to be said for others who've been thru it understand a bit more. It's sad that it has happen to other of your family members and your friend. I wish you t

Hello Rebecca, Welcome to AfterSilence. Altho, I am sad you have reasons to be here, I'm glad you decided to reach out. You will find this a supportive community with many understanding and kind people. You are not alone. It is good to have support, but I agree, there is a difference between those who really understand and don't. The weight of the pain and struggles is truly difficult to express, explain, or comprehend...sometimes to ourselves, but almost always to those who haven't experience the trauma we've had. I hope you will feel less lonely here. Take your time and look a

Hi Ellie. Welcome to the community! I am very sorry for what you endured as a child. It was wrong and unfair for anyone to hurt you. You have found a supportive site with many understanding and kind members. You are not alone. I believe all of us here relate in one way or another. If it's not the same abuse, it's the struggles associated with it. Many of us who have had childhood abuse do have fragments and blurry images. Many of us have tried to suppress it. Trauma is hard to comprehend for an adult, but as a child...when the mind isn't fully developed to process it, it can be extre

Welcome back to the community! With a year, you will see some other fresh faces around here, and a few regulars that I'm sure you'll remember. Wishing you the best on your continued journey.

A cat and a dog still must be nice. A goal of a bunny is something to look forward too! They are so cute.

Hi edenbeta. Welcome to AfterSilence. I am so sorry for the trauma you endured three years ago. It was unfair and undeserved. You have found a supportive site with many understanding and kind people. You are not alone. It's wonderful you have art and I'm sure it's a good outlet for you. I think everyone should have an outlet and if that is something that will one day end up a career, all the better! Bunnies are your favorite animal? I can't argue that, as I love all animals! Do you have any? If you do, I am sure they are a comfort! I'm glad you found your way here. Take your t

Hi Rianna, Welcome to AfterSilence. I am sorry you have reason to be here, but you will find tons of support. Our members are truly understanding and kind. You are not alone. It's normal to feel a little nervous when you try something new. There is no pressure, so you can look around and interact at your own pace. We are here for you. The healing path can be long and tricky, but it's better to walk with others who understand. I do wish you many forward steps on your journey. Mary

Hi SadKitten and welcome. I am so very sorry for the trauma you've gone thru, the struggles you face, and the uncertainty on all things going forward. Do know that you are worthy of healing and being happy. I am glad you are trying to find ways to achieve this. You have found a supportive community with many kind and understanding people. I'm glad you did find us and decided to join. That first step isn't always the easiest, but you have taken it. I do hope you find many more steps forward and even some of those here, with us! Feel free to look around the community, interact wh

Hi XT678/KL, Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for what happened to you. As it was so recent, I'm sure there is a lot of mixed and confused feelings. It takes time for the shock to wear off. I'm glad you decided to reach out. This is a community of supportive and understanding individuals. You are not alone. It takes great courage to seek out justice. Many survivors never find themselves in the proper mind space to deal with filing charges. So often there is no justice. I do hope you find yours. Take your time and look around the site. Interact when and where you feel c

Hello HardRamen, Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for the trauma you've endured and the struggles you still face. It wasn't deserved. You have found a very supportive community with many understanding and kind members. You are not alone. There is something to said by interacting with others who have experienced similar things or struggle similar struggles. It's something most others can't fully understand. Take your time to look around and post or respond to others when you feel comfortable doing so. I wish you the best on your journey. Mary

Hi analiese, Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry that you've recently experienced trauma and the struggles you face...including how to feel. Do know it is normal to have mixed or numbed feelings...processing is not the easiest thing to do. You've found a supportive group tho, with many understanding and kind individuals. You are not alone. I'm glad you decided to reach out. We never credit ourselves with even the simplest of things, so I do want to recognize your courage. Take your time to look around. Go as fast or slow as you need. Your pace is the only pace required. We

Hi Epr, Welcome to the community. I am very sorry you have reasons to be here, but I am glad you decided to reach out. Your impression of nice people here is accurate. The members are truly supportive and understanding. As we all relate in one way or another, it's hard not to be. I'm glad you found us. Continue to look around and feel free to interact and post when you feel comfortable and ready to do so. I wish you many steps forward as you continue your path in healing. Mary

Hi musicsong01, Welcome to AfterSilence. I'm very sorry you've experienced trauma, but you've found a very supportive site. The members here are understanding and kind. You are not alone. Take your time and look around...jump in when and where you feel comfortable in doing so. Wishing you the best on your journey in healing. Mary

Hi Molly and welcome to AfterSilence. I am sorry for all you've been thru...I know what it feels like to avoid the "T" word. I lived in denial for decades before finally admitting the truth. Many survivors have. The one thing I've learned is it is never too late. It's good that you have support with this and now adding a community like ours to your healing process. There is a truth that no one understands quite as much as someone who has also gone thru similar things. You will find this community understand and kind and full of that "V" word of validation! Take your time and lo