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[Sageharris]

Hi I’m sageharris, I am a female and use the pronouns she/her.
 

I grew up being raped by my father. I went my whole life without telling anyone and it has been very hard to deal with. I finally decided to accept what happened to me and I have been very depressed and filled with anxiety.

 I’m ready to start my healing process and I thought this was the perfect place to help me express how I feel about what I’m going through. I really needed someone to share my story with and I felt that it would be more comfortable here. 

A little bit about myself is that im a 20 year old college student studying chemistry. 
 
 

 

 

[Capulet]

Hello @Sageharris - and welcome to After Silence!!!  I'm so sorry to learn of the circumstances under which you've arrived, but am glad you're here and that we can be a healing resource for you.  It makes a world of a difference to be among other survivors who understand.  I'm very confident that you'll make some very good connections here, and you'll see that you're not alone.  

You'll soon hear from a member of our Newbie Support Team.  In the meantime, know I am here to help if you have any questions about the site.  Just give a shout.  

Wishing you all the best in your healing journey.

- Capulet

[MeBeMary]

Hi Sageharris and welcome.

I am very sorry you've been thru trauma at the hands of someone you should have been protected by, not hurt by. Struggles and pain do seem to follow us, but this is a good place to start a path of healing. The members here are truly understanding and kind. You are not alone.

Feel free to look around the site and jump in when and where you are comfortable in doing so. There is no rush, just start where it's good for you. I wish you the best as you begin this journey of healing.

Mary

[Finchy]

Welcome to AS, @Sageharris! I'm glad you found your way here, though I'm so terribly sorry for what you've been through that brought you here. I'm so sorry.  You did not deserve what you experienced...especially to grow up with it as a child. Your father was supposed to be there for you and love you, not harm you. Working through the anxiety and depression can be very difficult (VERY), but you've come to the right place to start to get some help. I also suggest finding a therapist experienced in trauma if you haven't gotten one already. 

You'll find a lot of very kind and supportive people here. ❤️ You're not alone. Sending you positive vibes and wish you all the best with healing!

-Finch

[TerraMarkov]

So very sorry about what you've been through. Welcome! I am definitely glad you are here. Feel free to reach out if you need any help! 😃

 

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[missfrier]

10 hours ago, Sageharris said:

Hi I’m sageharris, I am a female and use the pronouns she/her.
 

I grew up being raped by my father. I went my whole life without telling anyone and it has been very hard to deal with. I finally decided to accept what happened to me and I have been very depressed and filled with anxiety.

 I’m ready to start my healing process and I thought this was the perfect place to help me express how I feel about what I’m going through. I really needed someone to share my story with and I felt that it would be more comfortable here. 

A little bit about myself is that im a 20 year old college student studying chemistry. 
 
 

 

 

Dear sageharris

 

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

 

 

[Poppy_]

Hi, @Sageharris - 

Welcome to After Silence! I'm glad you found this community to help you begin your healing journey. I am very sorry to hear of what you've been through, but I hope that this will become a safe space for you to share your story and learn from others. Of course, there's no pressure to share anything you aren't ready to share! Just take your time and post when you feel ready  

We are very close in age so I hope maybe that makes you feel a little less alone! I'm here if you ever need someone to talk to. Just shoot me a message anytime! 

Best wishes to you,
Poppy

[8888]

Welcome @Sageharris 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.