Hi everyone

[QuietQ]

Hello everyone, my name is Hannah. My T recommended I join a community to help me talk about what happened to me. I've been in denial for a long time and I'm slowly trying to come to terms with being a survivor. I'm feeling hopeful that I've found this space, looking forward to chatting with you all 😊

[MeBeMary]

Hi QuietQ and welcome!

I am very sorry that you have experienced trauma but glad you decided to reach out. You have found a very supportive community with so many understanding and kind people. You are not alone. 

Many of us have had that denial phase, for me, it lasted decades. When I found this community, I honestly felt a weight lifted. I hope you find that same feeling here, too.

Take your time and look around. When you are ready, feel free to post or interact. We are here for you.

I wish you nothing but the best as you continue your journey with us. 

Mary

[Finchy]

Welcome to AS, Hannah. ❤️ I'm glad that your T suggested a community like this, and you found us. You'll meet a lot of very friendly and supportive people here. You're not alone. Wishing you all the best on your healing journey!

-Finchy

[snmls]

Hi @QuietQ

Welcome to AS. I'm sorry for the trauma that brought you here, but I'm glad you found the site and decided to join. This is a kind and caring community and we are all here to help each other heal. Sometimes talking with other survivors can help you feel less alone and validate your feelings. Take some time looking around the site and then jump in whenever you're ready. Just reading posts is fine too. Looking forward to seeing you around the site. 

[Doll6]

Welcome Hannah 😊

[missfrier]

Dear hannah

 

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.  

[QuietQ]

Thank you all for the kind words, I don't really reach out for support so they've made me cry 🥺 healing tears though ❤️

[Capulet]

Welcome to After Silence, Hannah! I am sad you have reason to be here but consoled knowing you have taken an integral first step toward healing and that .  That’s huge, I hope you know that!  

Take gentle care and jump in whenever you feel comfortable doing so.  I know there is quite a bit to take in.

Sitting with you in support,  

- Cap

[Dawn76]

Hi Hannah, welcome to AS! 

[QuietQ]

Thank you Cap & Dawn 

[WannaMoveOn]

On 9/4/2023 at 10:16 PM, QuietQ said:

Hello everyone, my name is Hannah. My T recommended I join a community to help me talk about what happened to me. I've been in denial for a long time and I'm slowly trying to come to terms with being a survivor. I'm feeling hopeful that I've found this space, looking forward to chatting with you all 😊

Hi Hannah! I go by Wanna, welcome on board  

Your T gave good advice indeed, having a community to lean back on can make day-to-day life easier. Sometimes, we really need people who can relate and reflect with you. Every survivor's experience is unique, but we tend to relate to each other here. 

I am glad you decided to join this site. If you've had the chance to look around, you might've noticed that we discuss a wide span of topics here. Aside from directly trauma related subjects, you can just vent about your day and chit chat. 

Feel free to PM if you'd have questions, need a vent or if I can help any other way. 

All best, W ☀️

Edited September 10, 2023 by WannaMoveOn

[awi]

welcome hannah to this safe place

[Patti72]

Welcome Hannah to AS.  

[kitesinthesky]

Hi Hannah. Welcome to AS.