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Title: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Cygnus on March 21, 2018, 11:54:45 AM
Hi, just wanted to introduce myself and looking forward to the support here. I have CPTSD and am seeing a therapist.  I use the internet for social interaction and support as I don't have much going on outside of it.  Hopefully I'll get better and make more friends though.  I think I will, it's just my whole life (I'm 45) has been isolation and loneliness so it takes time. 
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Blueberry on March 21, 2018, 11:57:59 AM
 :heythere: Welcome to the forum!
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Dee on March 21, 2018, 02:11:09 PM

Welcome! 
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: sanmagic7 on March 21, 2018, 08:26:53 PM
welcome, cygnus. 

we're all in this boat together, and i've found the people here so very supportive and generous and kind.  i hope you'll find at least some of what you need here.  it's been a life-changer for me.   glad you're here.
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Three Roses on March 21, 2018, 09:54:32 PM
 Ho there, thanks for joining!  :wave:
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Blueberry on March 22, 2018, 05:48:09 PM
Btw thanks for thanking us for being here! I speak for myself when I say: it's nice to be appreciated, to have the work done here behind the scenes acknowledged. It gets acknowledged quite often, but it feels really nice when a totally new member says it too.  :hug:  :sunny:  :cloud9:
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Boatsetsailrose on March 25, 2018, 06:55:25 PM
HI Cygnus, I'm 45 yrs too ..
It's good to hear you have a therapist to help you heal and grow. There is every potential for healing in relating and I want that too. I feel I'm starting to accept and be kind to myself a little more these days.
This forum has been a wonderful source of support and information and I wish u all the best in your new journey here
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Estella on March 27, 2018, 05:38:25 AM
Hi Cygnus,

Welcome to the forum. I have cptsd too and also have struggled with isolation for many years. Reaching out to people here is great. Are you able to access any therapy or try exposure/group therapy?
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Enya on March 27, 2018, 09:21:53 PM
Hi Cygnus,

Welcome! I'm new here too and, like you, have dealt with a lot of isolation. I am doing my best to move out of it, and I'm finding that small steps seem to help. i'm glad you showed up here and that you are reaching out in the ways you feel able.

-Enya
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Cygnelle on March 28, 2018, 09:46:30 AM
Hi Cygnus, (Username twins! How crazy is that.)

I'm brand new to this forum and in a very similar position to you and Enya. Here's to healing and mutual support for us all.
Title: Re: Hello, thanks for being here
Post by: Blueberry on March 28, 2018, 10:15:03 AM
(Welcome Cygnelle!)