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[Milko]

Hello all,

I’m new to the group so wanted to just say a very quick hello. I was sexually abused as a child but have never spoken my story out loud, or even in writing. I’ve finally accepted the fact that in order to truly heal, and release stored trauma in the body, I will need to share. Although my husband knows I was abused as a child, I have never shared the details, and am still uncomfortable sharing them out loud. So…here I am. Hoping to finally share, heal, and hopefully be a support to others. 

Edited November 4 by Milko

[awi]

Welcome to this safe place friend.  I believe many of us here can relate to your words.  Know that you are not alone and that healing is possible.  We can't go back to the past and change it.  What we can do is make choices in the present each day at a time to build our future and enjoy life to the fullest. So glad you have someone to make life with. 

 

[MeBeMary]

Hi Milko, 

Welcome to AfterSilence. I am very sorry for all you've been thru and the struggles you still face. What happened to you as a child was wrong and undeserved. You will find support and compassion here. Our members are the greatest! I'm glad you have found us and decided to walk this journey with us.

Take your time and look around and feel free to jump in where and when you feel comfortable to do so. 

Wishing you the very best as you navigate this tricky road we call healing.

Mary

[Capulet]

Hi @Milko and welcome   I echo everyone else when I say you've found a safe place where you are definitely not alone and are surrounded by people who can relate to what you are going through. 

For sure take your time while browsing; it can be a bit overwhelming at first but I do hope you'll find peace, comfort and healing here.  

All the best,

- Cap

[missfrier]

Dear mikko

 

Welcome to After Silence!!

 

I'm sorry for what you have been through. I find it is easier to talk on forums then out loud. Being here has helped me so much, even from the first time I ever posted. It is still helping me - I have so much support here and I know you will, as well. Here at AS, we are like a big family and our members are kind and non-judgemental.

 

I am sending you lots of safe hugs!

 

Take care!

[WannaMoveOn]

On 11/4/2025 at 1:52 AM, Milko said:

Hello all,

I’m new to the group so wanted to just say a very quick hello. I was sexually abused as a child but have never spoken my story out loud, or even in writing. I’ve finally accepted the fact that in order to truly heal, and release stored trauma in the body, I will need to share. Although my husband knows I was abused as a child, I have never shared the details, and am still uncomfortable sharing them out loud. So…here I am. Hoping to finally share, heal, and hopefully be a support to others. 

Hello Miko and welcome to our community! I am Wanna

It seems like you've been carrying this burden by yourself for all too long. I believe that every survivor should have the opportunity to reclaim their voices. When, where and how is up to you, just to have the chance to be heard and have fellow survivors catch you as you do. That is the beauty in having a community - to have people close at hand who can relate. We all have a unique story, but some experiences seem universal for survivors. 

 

I do hope this community will be the safety net you crave and deserve, and you are invited to contact me or any other staff for questions, assistance or a little chat 

Please know - we believe you. 

W