Sufferer Hi All, Thank You

[Conscious_water]

Hi all, im new here. Over the years I have survived violence, rape, other sexual abuse, torture and bullying. I Have been diagnosed with PTSD and other psychological and neurological conditions. I've suffered from various traumas from early in life and throughout my life into adulthood (first experienced being sexually abused at school age 5 or 6) though only more recently been diagnosed with PTSD as it took years to speak up about my experiences. I'm quite scared to start up here though im also quite tired of hiding from the world and the alienation and madness that can bring me. I have a wonderful support network, my friends and family, along with professionals who are helping me get my life together, though I still struggle every day, even with the "smaller" things like talking or being around other people. Lately my struggle with PTSD has been getting extremely hard to cope with, i didnt know i was going to spiral down this far again and I fear its getting worse and now i am dealing with it without the alcohol... so it's like a new ptsd experience for me in a way, a very scary and painful one where I can see no escape, with no options other than to somehow accept my situation and expand my support network and ride it out (the drink will never be an option again!). im feeling very weak from the constant battles, though this community has been very inspirational to me with the incredible courage and support I've seen on here (hence getting up the courage to join) and as much as i wish noone knew what PTSD is like, im so glad we dont have to do it alone.
Thank you for inspiring me!

 

[The ANP]

Welcome. Sorry you have reasons to be here but glad you are reaching out for support. It is a hard journey and when we start to face it head on it often gets harder before it gets easier. Kudos to you for finding the courage to look at it sober and it sounds smart to expand your support network during this challenging time.

 

[ladee]

Welcome ! Glad you found us. Sounds like you have a great support group and adding to that only makes sense when things start getting hard again. Congratulations on being sober. That's also a hard one to conquer. Been there, I understand.
It takes courage to reach out, we are here for you... again, glad you are here. Sending gentle hugs of welcome if you accept.

 

[AngelKeeperJ]

:) Welcome, Conscious _water!
You have found a very special place! You will find compassion, empathy, safety, as well as acceptance. We are all here, to find comfort, information, and validation of our traumas.

No one's trauma is the same, and we all have had varying degrees of trauma. There aren't comparisons of suffering, since that cannot be measured.

I am sorry that you have the need to be here, but am happy to say you have found a VERY VALUABLE place for friendly support.

You will find encouragement to strive for working towards reclaiming the best life has to offer you! You DESERVE to live the BEST LIFE POSSIBLE! We ALL DO, and lots of times we need to be reminded of that!

Personally, I haven't been around much lately, but hope to change that. I am coming out of a long, and rather rough bout of my "Major Depressive Disorder" along with PTSD. Finally, I am getting things done!

It's good, if you choose, to write a diary here. It may, or may not be read by others, but frequently, someone might "stop by" to wish you the best, and offer some insight or to cheer you as you journey forward!:tup:

It can really help to write out your thoughts and feelings!

Blessings to you, and I hope to "see" you around! Again, welcome, welcome! Here's a hug if acceptable.:hug:

AKJ

 

[Conscious_water]

i certainly have found a special place, thank you all for the warm welcomes, kind words and hugs (hugs back). your replies have brightened my day and left me somewhat speechless. wishing all of you the very best!!

 

[EveHarrington]

Welcome to the forum! :)

 

[intothelight]

@Conscious_water Welome! :)

One of the best parts of this forum is being among members who really do understand. I hope you find it helpful.

 

[Deleted member 28403]

Welcome to the forums :hug: I hope this place helps you. It's very useful because of the bulk amount of people who feel similar and understand. There is a lot of advice and support to be found here :) I hope that this amazing community helps you as much as it helped me, reading all the similar stories, and learning a lot along the way. Hugs if you accept :hug: