Sufferer Hi Everyone

[water_sun]

Hi,
New to the forum. I have never been in a forum before.
I have PTSD (childhood emotional abuse, preteen sexual abuse).

I don't know what to expect from the forum, I got to say I am quite nervous about it.
I experience headaches, nightmares, bad thoughts, anxiety, depression, feeling trapped, ruminating and bladder incontinence.

I am in my 30s. I feel time has passed and I would like to learn how to live a life that is free of these feelings, a life here that can be worth living.

Thank you for reading me, and thank you for any support.

May your days be filled with sunshine and beauty.

 

[Mim28]

Welcome to the site. I think you will find many caring people here and useful information. I hope your days are sunny and filled with peace.

 

[water_sun]

Welcome to the site. I think you will find many caring people here and useful information. I hope your...

Thank you!
I was wondering if you know how can I see the "best posts" of any given thread?
It's overwhelming the amount of posts.
:)

 

[Mim28]

Yes. Lots of posts here. You might want to go through the getting started section to help you learn how to navigate the site.

 

[Bristol]

:)Welcome to the site, everyone here is really supportive

 

[water_sun]

Yes. Lots of posts here. You might want to go through the getting started section to help you learn how...

I did, I will check it again :)

 

[Lucycat]

Hi @water_sun and welcome to the forum.:tup:

I have been a member here for a few years now, but when I joined I had zero experience with forums too. Don't worry about that and just join in with what you feel comfortable.

You are right that the number of posts and threads can appear overwhelming - but that is just an indication of how valuable this resource is. It really helps you to feel not alone when you see how many others are in the same - or very similar - boats! Do use the search function if you want to find specific topics to read and join in.

A final piece of advice is; if you find something to be uncomfortable reading then don't continue reading. Some people can be very graphic in their posts and others very vague. It is up to the individual to decide what is right for them.

I hope you find the forum helpful once you get over the initial shock of actually having joined.:)

 

[EveHarrington]

Welcome! :)

 

[Ka-9]

Welcome water..... your in good company here with what you've described. I'm sure we'll all get there one day.

 

[Enaila]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[Deleted member 34328]

Welcome @water_sun Yes, it can take some time to learn to navigate this forum as well as what emails you choose to receive.

Once you get more comfortable, I think you'll find there is very little you can possibly say that will be completely foreign to people. I can relate to some of what you said, but mostly I just think you're very brave to put yourself out there. It's not easy by a long stretch. Good for you!

 

[RavenGirl]

Welcome to the forum, sorry you have to be here with us as it means you too are dealing with trauma. You made what I think is one of the hardest steps, joining the forum and posting! ;) There is so much support and information here, I know you'll find a ton that pertains to you and your trauma. Everyone here is so supportive and caring which makes it veryobvious that we are truly cared about here. :inlove: Which is an AWESOME feeling. :) Welcome again and Good luck to you on your road to recovery! :hug::happy: