Hello 👋

[Rebecca455]

Hi - I am new here….this site was recommended to me by my counsellor as I have said a few times to her that I feel as though I have no one I can talk to that knows how I am feeling and who can understand fully. I have support around me but no one has experienced what I have and it just feels really lonely sometimes. I am also struggling with flashbacks and physical feelings that are scary.  

[missfrier]

Dear rebecca455

 

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]

34 minutes ago, Rebecca455 said:

Hi - I am new here….this site was recommended to me by my counsellor as I have said a few times to her that I feel as though I have no one I can talk to that knows how I am feeling and who can understand fully. I have support around me but no one has experienced what I have and it just feels really lonely sometimes. I am also struggling with flashbacks and physical feelings that are scary.  

Hello Rebecca455 and welcome to AS! I am Wanna

First of all, I wish you good luck on your healing journey. You have been violated in ways no one should ever have to experience, and I hope this site may bring you that sense of a community that you are craving and deserve. 

I am happy you decided to find a community, because as you say, being a survivor can be lonely at times. Having a way to connect to people, who share similar experiences, is something I believe every survivor can benefit from. This is a safe place, and you own your story. You decide what to share (or not), when and where. You are invited to exchange advice with other members, seek support, vent or just hang out for a bit. AS can be useful in many ways. 

Please let the staff know if we can be helpful in any way. You can either contact me or any staff member of choice through PM, I'll send you one in a minute. 

We believe you, you are not alone.

So long, take care

/ W

[MeBeMary]

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 around the community. Jump in when you are ready. Sometimes just reading posts from others first can be helpful, the important thing is to take it at your own pace. 

Wishing you many forward steps on this path of healing.

Mary

[Finchy]

Welcome to AS.  I'm glad your counsellor recommended us to you! You'll find a lot of friendly and supportive people here. You're not alone. Best wishes on your healing journey!!

-Finchy

[Rebecca455]

Thank you everyone - I already feel a little bit less alone. I have been reading lots of posts and everyone seems so lovely and supportive 🥰

[awi]

@Rebecca455 welcome to this safe place.  Know that you are not alone.  Healing is possible.  Keeping you company during this part of your journey