Hi everyone

[Jennypal]

I was recommended this forum from a friend. After some discussion with my therapist he said it might be helpful to find groups of other survivors to talk with. I'm nervous and tbh scared, but want to heal. I'm kinda shy and scared when it comes to sharing my life details but love supporting and helping others. Thank you for having me.

[Jennypal]

Thanks @Lily023

[Jennypal]

I'll accept hugs. Thank you 😊

[ActivistAlly]

Welcome to AS!!! @Jennypal

I hope that you'll find AS a kind, supportive, and safe place that you can talk with other survivors!  Please take your time and feel free to look around and post more when you are ready and it begins to feel less scary and more familiar.  I'm sorry for the things that made you seek us out but I'm glad that you've found our site!

ActivistAlly

[Jennypal]

Thanks @ActivistAlly

[S.A.I.]

Hi Jennypal, a warm welcome from me too. 👋

[ambergirl]

Welcome 

[WannaMoveOn]

6 hours ago, Jennypal said:

I was recommended this forum from a friend. After some discussion with my therapist he said it might be helpful to find groups of other survivors to talk with. I'm nervous and tbh scared, but want to heal. I'm kinda shy and scared when it comes to sharing my life details but love supporting and helping others. Thank you for having me.

Hello there, Jennypal! Welcome to our community

I am pleased to hear the word's spreading, After Silence has connected survivors for two decades now. This is a safe place for you, and you decide the pace, what you'll share and how much you'll interact. Knowing there's a place free from people judging you and questioning your story has helped me lots, as it feels easier to share my healing journey. Even though we're all unique, we tend to relate to one another. 

Please let me know if I can be at any help. Just throw me a PM if you'd have a question or need a vent/chat. 

All best, W ☀️

[MeBeMary]

Hi Jennypal. 

Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for the trauma you've experienced and the struggles you face. You have found a supportive community with many understanding and kind members. I'm glad you were encouraged to reach out. You are not alone.

It's ok to take your time and look around. Share when and what you want and know that you will not be pressured. I do wish you the best as you move forward down the path of healing.

Mary

 

[Doll6]

Welcome @Jennypal! Glad you found us. Feel free to read and contribute to other members posts if you’re more comfortable doing that. There’s no pressure here to share anything you’re not comfortable sharing 😊

[Jennypal]

Thanks everyone!

[missfrier]

Dear jenny

 

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.