So grateful for this site...

[findingpeace2018]

I was diagnosed with CPTSD last spring.  It explains so so much.  This life has been hard, trying to figure out what is in my head is hard.  Trying to heal....hard.

I was sexually abused at a very young age.  Memories are mostly suppressed.  However, the fear, shame and sadness are not.  My father was an alcoholic, my mother has NPD from everything I can tell.  I was her scapegoat and finally went NC a year ago.  That started this process....

I have 2 amazing therapists.  One is newer and starting EMDR.  Im scared but have read so much here that has helped me feel a little more at ease.  Im so glad I have found these ladies, and so glad I have found this site.  This site is the only thing keeping me from feeling alone.  Everyone here is so kind...just reading the replies to posts I can relate to has been so comforting....its nice to have a place where people understand.

Thank you for reading my first post.  And thank you to all who contribute....it is so nice to know someone else gets it.

[Three Roses]

Welcome, findingpeace! I'm glad you're here. 

[Not Alone]

Welcome to OOTS. Going through the journey of healing from trauma is really hard. Having support makes a world a difference. Glad you have therapists that you like and support from others on the road to healing.

[Kizzie]

Hi and a warm welcome Findingpeace!     I hope being here will help you to find some peace 

[findingpeace2018]

Thank you so much everyone.  And thanks Behea1thy, your perspective is so right on.  Im so happy to have found such kindness