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Discussions of the Trauma Sub-Community Announcement Thread
by audienta
Last post
 24 hours ago
...See more Hello everyone, In this thread, the discussions of the trauma sub-community will be announced by the hosts 24 hours in advance. After a session has happened, I'll remove the post so that the thread stays nice and clean. If you want to be tagged for future discussions, please comment or pm me and I'll add you to the list. You can find the schedule of the discussions here (clickable) [https://www.7cups.com/forum/TraumaticExperiencesCommunity_60/DissociationRelatedDisorders_2335/ScheduleDiscussionsaboutDissociativeDisorders_302437/]. If you need to convert the time into your time zone, click here (clickable) [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/7cupstime]. Please let me know if you have any questions! Take care, audienta (lastly updated: 6/13/2023)
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Trauma Support Community Check-In for December 2024 - Universal Human Rights Month
by audienta
Last post
 December 13th
...See more Hello everyone, welcome to this month's check-in! This month is Universal Human Rights Month 2024. (Source [https://www.cheservices.com/blog/universal-human-rights-month]) In December 1948 the UN declared the basic rights and universal freedoms, known as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Today, we want to celebrate stories of people who fought for their and our rights and be grateful for their wins while not forgetting that the fight for freedom and equality isn't over.  So, if you want to, revisit the Universal Declaration of Human Rights [https://www.un.org/en/about-us/universal-declaration-of-human-rights] and share a story with us in which you've stood up for your own rights. I'm sure that a lot of people in this community have had their own fights for their freedom and equal chances in life so let's celebrate our wins together. ------------------------- Trauma Support Community Check-In for December 2024 1) Which place gives you a feeling of safety and calm? 2) How do you think trauma has influenced the way you are aware of people's rights and freedoms? 3) What do you think helps to make a space safe and welcoming for everyone? ------------------------- If you have a question you'd like me to ask at the next check-in, please let me know! Take care, audienta ------------------------- Source: https://nationaltoday.com/universal-human-rights-month/#:~:text=That's%20why%20the%20world%20is,human%20rights%20of%20every%20person. ------------------------- You can get added to or removed from the trauma support taglist here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/TraumaSupport_60/ampResources_2334/TraumaSupportAutomatedTaglist_219256/]. @0Some0where0I0BELONG0 @13irth @adaptableLake3534 @adequatelyInadequate @adventurousAcres9344 @adventurousBranch3786 @AffyAvo @AguaNector6700 @allYou @Amelia2324 @amiableBunny4016 @AshFox2007 @AstronomySkies @audienta @Avaray @BeautifulCreation999 @BeenAKiwi @bela12345 @BillyJoeBobb @blueScarf9326 @bouncyBreeze44 @BraveAdventurer @BrokenDreamsPalace @BrokenMedic @bubblegumPuppy68 @bumblebee2307 @Bunnylovesyou @CalmRosebud @CaptainTrev @carefulKitten1131 @CaringBrit @charmingSky5972 @Chrissy911666 @Claireolomi @clare7199 @Colorfulcatsofhope @communicativePond1728 @communicativeYard2325 @conicha @CoolBeans29 @coolvibes @Crakyz @creativeStrings1531 @crimsonLime6525 @crxxtvfl0w @cueball @cyanPlatypus6370 @DaniAleah156 @Dannc7c @DarkGalaxy55555 @daydreammemories @Deadtiredperson175 @delicatepunk @depressedsatellite1452 @diligentDime8651 @DinaElwy @domesticEmerald50s @Eitas @emotional232023 @emotionalTalker2260 @emylly @FallenAngel0128 @Feathersfall @FigureskatingEquestrian @Fireskye13 @Fleggles @fluien @forcefulFriend4768 @Gagaintheroom @gentleLand5245 @Ghxstie @goldenSpruce1512 @Grandmaof10 @Greenchoice1 @gregariousBeing5071 @Grits1910 @helpfulLion92 @hillsideblues @honestpanda81 @HonestWarrior6624 @HopeNChayil @HumanPersonThingy @Iamwhoiamwhoami @IceCream4IceCream @iloveyouxx @IndigoWhisper @InfinityandBeyond23 @inventiveOrange1313 @Itisbailey @jcqlinshots @Journey144 @jovialButterfly6752 @jr50 @Judy7 @jupitermatilde @JustSmilingThruHell @Kekesea11 @Kickiree @Kimmkimm @kindTurtle3738 @kittydragon771 @Kunoichi91Warrior @LightofWorld @LillithHolly @Lilly28 @lilmissjaded @lionsaether @littleHuman9247 @littleOtter1342 @LordFireStorm71 @lovehummingbirdsCindy @LovelyForever6990 @LovelyOrangeJuice @LoveMyMoonflowers @lowkeyem1001 @Lubo123 @Luchelle @lyricalAngel70 @Marigold357 @maya6548 @mcooper7583 @Meenagirl @Mellietronx @mish3l @MistyMagic @mkaitx @Mooglethefluffy @MunchieTaters @MVObserver @mytwistedsoul @navyMango2804 @neatBlueberry3608 @neonDog3649 @neonOwl3442 @NevaehRose @Nolanhm @NoneTheWiser @nonethewiser @notmyselftoday @Novelwriter @npos25 @oceancruiser48 @Oceanwaves16 @OffDutySeraph @OneErased @OneWithSugar @ottersngiggles @parkey @Parvlakin @PatienceImpatiens @pencilmarks @Petrichor2000 @Philowl @Pidgeymon @PinkestOctopus @politeBunny7572 @practicalIdeal2007 @purpleWheel873 @QuietLotus @rainbow3140 @Randomperson453 @RansviewTheWizard @raspberry563 @ReallyRuth @Rebekahwriter13 @Redhawk6547 @Redirecting @redmark @reliablePeach8464 @Rosa9570 @SafeSpace1776 @SapphireSoul @SarahAlaina15 @scarletPear1945 @selfdisciplinedTiger5523 @sensitiveShade5337 @ShapeshiftSystem @shellofashell @shiningDay80 @Silverviolets @sincereThinker3571 @sleepingd0gg0 @SmileSravani @SnippyHam @sofiamartino18 @SoftForestHSP77 @SoulSupporter102 @StarlightSystemDID @stickercollection @Storyhymns1234 @straightforwardSkies7721 @sugarcookies7 @Summer899 @SynSavory @Taylorz27 @tealOak8933 @teenytinyturtle @The0Vetoed0System @TheAutumnWitch @TheFisherKing @ThisIsLogan @ThreadbareThinker @Tinywhisper11 @TransparentPuzzle @turquoiseHemlock900 @Turtlegrrrl8 @u1146 @underapinetree @Understandingempath @UndomesticGoddess @unique73 @uniqueDaisy @veeceebee @Verysadperson101 @Vivikun9 @WarriorHeartsSystem @weepingwillow5489 @WelcomeToChat @wontwakewontsleep @WorkingitThrough2 @Worrior22Warrior @Writersworld @WriteToHeal42 @xandia @xmoonsie16x0 @SummerOfCA
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Trauma Support Automated Taglist
by CaringBrit
Last post
 December 6th
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating taglist. To see the current list, go to Trauma Support Community [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?23eb3b680028ac32c998125af8d8f262]. <<<< checkin posters refer to this click then copy for taglist its instant updated To add yourself to this taglist, press the Post to Thread button above and write the exact words Please add me. To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Post to Thread button above and write the exact words, Please remove me. highlighting keywords as these are needed no forms to fill in just type to this thread . dont need to copy the colouring though just the keywords highlight is so they stand out is all. New taglist as of August 9th 2024 by audienta @0Some0where0I0BELONG0 @13irth @adaptableLake3534 @adequatelyInadequate @adventurousAcres9344 @adventurousBranch3786 @AffyAvo @AguaNector6700 @allYou @Amelia2324 @amiableBunny4016 @AshFox2007 @AstronomySkies @audienta @Avaray @BeautifulCreation999 @BeenAKiwi @bela12345 @BillyJoeBobb @blueScarf9326 @bouncyBreeze44 @BraveAdventurer @BrokenDreamsPalace @BrokenMedic @bubblegumPuppy68 @bumblebee2307 @Bunnylovesyou @CalmRosebud @CaptainTrev @carefulKitten1131 @CaringBrit @charmingSky5972 @Chrissy911666 @Claireolomi @clare7199 @Colorfulcatsofhope @communicativePond1728 @communicativeYard2325 @conicha @CoolBeans29 @coolvibes @Crakyz @creativeStrings1531 @crimsonLime6525 @crxxtvfl0w @cueball @cyanPlatypus6370 @DaniAleah156 @Dannc7c @DarkGalaxy55555 @daydreammemories @Deadtiredperson175 @delicatepunk @depressedsatellite1452 @diligentDime8651 @DinaElwy @domesticEmerald50s @Eitas @emotional232023 @emotionalTalker2260 @emylly @FallenAngel0128 @Feathersfall @FigureskatingEquestrian @Fireskye13 @Fleggles @fluien @forcefulFriend4768 @Gagaintheroom @gentleLand5245 @Ghxstie @goldenSpruce1512 @Grandmaof10 @Greenchoice1 @gregariousBeing5071 @Grits1910 @helpfulLion92 @hillsideblues @honestpanda81 @HonestWarrior6624 @HopeNChayil @HumanPersonThingy @Iamwhoiamwhoami @IceCream4IceCream @iloveyouxx @IndigoWhisper @InfinityandBeyond23 @inventiveOrange1313 @Itisbailey @jcqlinshots @Journey144 @jovialButterfly6752 @jr50 @Judy7 @jupitermatilde @JustSmilingThruHell @Kekesea11 @Kickiree @Kimmkimm @kindTurtle3738 @kittydragon771 @Kunoichi91Warrior @LightofWorld @LillithHolly @Lilly28 @lilmissjaded @lionsaether @littleHuman9247 @littleOtter1342 @LordFireStorm71 @lovehummingbirdsCindy @LovelyForever6990 @LovelyOrangeJuice @LoveMyMoonflowers @lowkeyem1001 @Lubo123 @Luchelle @lyricalAngel70 @Marigold357 @maya6548 @mcooper7583 @Meenagirl @Mellietronx @mish3l @MistyMagic @mkaitx @Mooglethefluffy @MunchieTaters @MVObserver @mytwistedsoul @navyMango2804 @neatBlueberry3608 @neonDog3649 @neonOwl3442 @NevaehRose @Nolanhm @NoneTheWiser @nonethewiser @notmyselftoday @Novelwriter @npos25 @oceancruiser48 @Oceanwaves16 @OffDutySeraph @OneErased @OneWithSugar @ottersngiggles @parkey @Parvlakin @PatienceImpatiens @pencilmarks @Petrichor2000 @Philowl @Pidgeymon @PinkestOctopus @politeBunny7572 @practicalIdeal2007 @purpleWheel873 @QuietLotus @rainbow3140 @Randomperson453 @RansviewTheWizard @raspberry563 @ReallyRuth @Rebekahwriter13 @Redhawk6547 @Redirecting @redmark @reliablePeach8464 @Rosa9570 @SafeSpace1776 @SapphireSoul @SarahAlaina15 @scarletPear1945 @selfdisciplinedTiger5523 @sensitiveShade5337 @ShapeshiftSystem @shellofashell @shiningDay80 @Silverviolets @sincereThinker3571 @sleepingd0gg0 @SmileSravani @SnippyHam @sofiamartino18 @SoftForestHSP77 @SoulSupporter102 @StarlightSystemDID @stickercollection @Storyhymns1234 @straightforwardSkies7721 @sugarcookies7 @Summer899 @SynSavory @Taylorz27 @tealOak8933 @teenytinyturtle @The0Vetoed0System @TheAutumnWitch @TheFisherKing @ThisIsLogan @ThreadbareThinker @Tinywhisper11 @TransparentPuzzle @turquoiseHemlock900 @Turtlegrrrl8 @u1146 @underapinetree @Understandingempath @UndomesticGoddess @unique73 @uniqueDaisy @veeceebee @Verysadperson101 @Vivikun9 @WarriorHeartsSystem @weepingwillow5489 @WelcomeToChat @wontwakewontsleep @WorkingitThrough2 @Worrior22Warrior @Writersworld @WriteToHeal42 @xandia @xmoonsie16x0
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Struggling to hold on! :(
by pinkSouth4970
Last post
 November 18th
...See more Haven’t slept all night. Was worried about my mom. Didn’t hear from her for almost 24hrs, was getting all panicky. Just found out I lost her too. I don’t know how much longer I can hold on. **crying** I’m sorry for not mentioning any Trigger warnings earlier, my first time sharing, I don’t know how this works. I don’t get why my life is so bad. Maybe I did something bad unknowingly. Wish I didn’t have to live through this day. Don’t know what I’m gonna do.  After everything, holding on to life just for her n my sister, it all feels pointless. 
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No clue what I'm doing
by MrSach
Last post
 August 20th
...See more Guess I'll just write some of it out, don't know what else I can do. Short version: I work in a career that centers on reducing irl human harm from online sources - everything from basic stalkers to immediate threats to life, are part of that. Been doing it nearly 10 years now, good enough at it to be an SME of some demand. Part of that is crisis management, something I've always prided myself on. There has nearly always been a healthy separation from myself and the work, as that's the only way anyone can make a lifelong career out of the human misery parade. Recently, I lost a coworker to a sudden unexpected illness. I was their last contact, they were looking for help when it was far too late for it. I had to watch them go, right in front of me. Would be lying to say it didn't land a lot harder than I was ready for. It's one thing to have a loved one with a long but terminal illness, old age, things of that nature. It's another thing entirely to lose them suddenly without warning. There's no way to prepare for that, and I've apparently not been doing a good job of handling it. Probably a mix of stubbornness and shock, I really don't know. This was weeks ago now, and I'm dismayed to find I've only felt worse as time goes on. Think maybe I was trying to force a deadline or early end to grieving, or how deeply that event cut me. It seems this has only made it worse. Adding to that, my spouse of 25 years recently had to have a full hysterectomy for uterine cancer, something else I didn't see coming despite the long, slow burn into reaching that diagnosis over a period of what I can only guess was years. Got me thinking...if I can't even spot that in those I'm closest to, if I can't get ahead of it at all, what am I doing? I thought at first that I just didn't know what I was doing in my career, one purpose-built to help people in distress of many varieties, but it's more than that. I just...plain don't know what I'm doing anymore. There's nothing so dark as ideation going on, fortunately. But it seems like I've just got caught in a feedback loop of numbness and anger, and I don't know how to break out of it. The worst part is that I know, pragmatically, it couldn't have been prevented by anything on my end. Been down that road enough times over the last few weeks, thousands of angles and considerations, all of them ending at the same point: here. Being blunt: I didn't grow up in a healthy environment, so self-care or managing this sort of thing has never been a strong suit. I just don't know what I'm doing anymore.
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I feel really hurt and confused about why my dad would keep something this important from me
by Myroslava
Last post
 July 27th
...See more Trigger warning: death/loss/grief/serious illness Hi! 💖 The story that I am about to tell involves the death of a family member due to a serious illness. If this is a sensitive or triggering topic for you, please feel free to stop reading at any time!  My parents have always made a big emphasis on full transparency and being honest with them about everything that's going on in my life. Lying - even lying by omission - was not tolerated when I was growing up. When it came to me, the concept of "this is something very personal or embarrassing that I would rather not share" did not exist when I was a child.  When I got older, I started to notice inconsistencies - my parents were definitely not returning the same full transparency. There were secrets they kept from me and from each other. There were secrets that my mom kept from my dad. There were even more secrets that my dad and my grandmother kept from my mom. We all lived together (my parents are not divorced), but after I spent a day with my dad and my grandmother, I was expected to not say a word about it. I was not allowed to re-tell where we went, what we did, what we saw, etc. Saying anything - even something as innocent as "my grandma got really cute new shoes!" - was a potential reason for my dad and grandma to call me a "loose-lipped idiot who cannot be trusted." A few years ago, my parents and I moved and my grandma stayed behind. She and I only saw each other during Skype calls after that. Three years ago, my grandma and I got into a seemingly minor argument, but she got really upset with me, accused me of being disrespectful to her on the most difficult day, and hung up on me. I had called her many times, wrote at least five messages telling her that I had no idea that she was having a difficult day, and that I am genuinely sorry for anything I said that may have come across as disrespectful because I never meant to be rude. I wrote her two letters in 2022 as well, due to some current events and because I was worried about her safety. She has ignored all of my attempts to reach out, but continued to talk to my dad.  Two years ago, I was told that my grandma was dead. My dad told me that she had a heart attack and because she lived alone, no one had been able to call an ambulance in time. He had told my mom the same thing. I hadn't been able to go to a memorial service for her due to previously mentioned current events (I'm doing my best to keep politics out of this), which made my already existing feelings of grief that much more complicated. Two days ago, I found out from my mom (who found out from a friend who helped with my grandma's memorial service in our absence) that she never had a heart attack and that she really died from cancer.  I'm having a really difficult time with processing all of this. I feel hurt that my dad would lie to me - if I was old enough to understand what a heart attack is, I was old enough to understand what cancer is. Why would he lie to me? What was the point? But what's even worse is, this wasn't something sudden that no one was prepared for. He knew that she had cancer (he admitted it). She knew that she had cancer. They both knew that it was terminal. And not one of them has thought to tell me, to at least let me say goodbye. I am just really struggling right now!
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My gramma my best friend passed away
by Mikkimouser96
Last post
 May 26th
...See more The last almost 4 years i was taking care of my sick gramma non stop and this past september i sadly had to say goodbye to her it was one of the hardest things i had to do in my life. The last year alone i watched her going from the strongest lady i knew to as sick as she was. I got baptized in august and i know i might be overthinking it but i think it was something she was waiting for. From the day i got baptized to the day she went into the hospital she declined so fast. While she was in the hospital before she passed her oncology doctor told us he didnt expect her to make it to september as she only had 3-6 months to live. she outlived the 6 months and when they to her to the pallitive floor they were giving her 3 weeks. She lived 5 days after they gave her the 3 weeks. This loss is one of the hardest losses for me cause i was with her all my life she raised me. Losing her was like losing a parent she was pretty much my mom. I feel so lost without her. 
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Family Estrangement
by straightforwardKite9459
Last post
 April 21st
...See more I recently stopped communicating with my parents and siblings. Although, I think it’s for the best, the pain and void it has left me in is hard to deal with.
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Destroyed My Car And My Livelihood
by LifeSucksBigThyme
Last post
 November 2nd, 2023
...See more I hydroplaned on a bend a few days ago, and went straight into a gaurdrail. I'm not injured in any significant way, but I've been relying on this car as my sole income (doordash) for three years. The car is totaled and I only have liability insurance, so i actually have to pay to have the car taken. I just feel dead inside now. I loved that car so much.
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Being Fired at my First Job & University Life (Big Ball of Mess)
by TheEdster69
Last post
 August 28th, 2023
...See more Hello, first time poster. I've heard about this site before, from an old therapist. I got fired from my only job, but I decided to resign instead, when I was 18, back in 2016 (So, I'm 25 now), and it's still weighing heavily on my mind. I went through a phase of a year just being traumatized over the loss of the all my connections from work, my loss of income, and that I believed that I was a failure. I told my family about me being fired, and they weren't really supportive towards me at all. They suggested I enter university upon the persuasion that I'd receive money while in University from government for being in full-time studies. I told them i wanted to go to upgrading highschool, since my highschool marks weren't the best, and I thought I could see friends, and hopefully be in a more positive situation overall, but they insisted because "I could be ahead of my friends academically" as they put it. I agreed because I didn't want to lose money that I would receive, but wasn't totally in it, so I ended up with a horrible abysmal transcript, and I'm still here. I didn't look for work the first year and half because of the rigors of university, and the general stress I felt regarding taking classes, and balancing the family troubles and lack of emotional support they gave me. But, I applied at some places, and didn't get any phone calls. I kept applying at places, even while depressed and anxious, and was too anxious to sought counseling support from the university, even though I sought it previously while still in highschool. I wasn't medicated until 2020. I never got any phone calls back and never really tried to fix it because of my dire situation until recently this year. I have been medicated, I'm going through counseling and therapy, and my family is seeking family therapy for their issues regarding it all. Yet, I still feel traumatized by my old manager's face, personality and overall demeanor, and every time I hand a resume to a new hiring manager, or even when I get interviews (rarely) I still feel very anxious and can imagine his face upon the new hiring managers and that I believe I'll just end up being dumb, and being fired again. I don't know how to get over this, and address this to the point where I feel positive and confident that I can impress another employer to hire me so I can make a steady income again. All my income is from disability, stocks, government payments as mentioned above, and federal payments that the government enacted to help Canadians. I just want to be happy again, and being able to work meaningfully, and make a steady income again, but I feel unsupported at home (parents), and I just always have a tendency to negatively spiral back due to lack of stable friendships where they're supportive. Thank you for reading.
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My kids
by lovingSummer7993
Last post
 August 1st, 2023
...See more August 26 2019 my two daughters were taken away by cps I found out week before I was pregnant. April 3 2020 I gave birth to my son and kept him for 8months but Dec 1 2020 he was taken due to my meth addiction I started the day I lost my girls. Their adoption is finalized so they aren't able to come back. The guilt and grief is eating me alive. I don't know how to move on with life and I know I need to for them when they are older and come looking for me. The pain has consumed me and my whole life. I want them back I wish I could fix this I find no reason to carry on
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Death of all I want
by GuadalupeHM
Last post
 July 25th, 2023
...See more (Sorry for my english, I will do my best) Hi, two years ago died my mom of cancer. That was very traumatic because the guy who was her couple didnt make the decision that she wanted and now dont let me see my sisters (i am from another dad) Also, the last new year died my dog, he was really special for me. Today I dream with my dog At first time I only focus on my work, but at the end I was really stressed and axious. Now I dont know what I am feeling, I only wanna sleep and I usually sleep nearly 12 hours a day. I dont wanna do nothing, but I do. I dont know why I am here writing, I guess I am hoping someone else who has passed something like this and be right. If someone knows what can I do I wait your answers- Thanks for the space ♥
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loss of a sibling
by woffordt
Last post
 May 2nd, 2023
...See more honestly. I don’t really have much to say except what helps you with grief. I feel okay sometimes and then other times I feel like I’m losing it. not really sure what has helped you all, but any ideas would help. I lost my 15 year old brother to suicide 2 months ago.
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Hello, I am sad to be here
by oliveSugar4693
Last post
 April 10th, 2023
...See more On January 16 my younger brother took his life after a swift, severe break with reality. It was completely unexpected, and his actions were not discovered until January 19. He died alongside his beloved dog. I’m looking for other trauma survivors to have semi-regular chats with about struggles with accepting my new life without my best friend in life.
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Confusion & Memory Loss from Suicide of Nephew
by dogmommy87
Last post
 April 7th, 2023
...See more My nephew took his own life in late October and I am really struggling. I feel like I am handling things much worse than those around me. The confusion and memory loss that I’m experiencing is almost scary. I’m in a griefshare group and it helps but the sadness just comes in waves. 😢

Trauma Support

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Welcome to Trauma Support! We aim to provide a safe, empowering, inclusive, supportive and proactive community for trauma survivors to have the opportunity to begin healing from our experiences, in a non-judgmental environment. We also want to help spread awareness about trauma and its impact on individuals' lives while validating the members of this community, reducing the isolation many people feel. Therefore, trauma survivors as well as loved ones of them or people who want to learn about trauma are welcome here. 

What are the different forum topics for Trauma Support?

Bluelight, Medical & Veterans Trauma Support: Support for those who experience or witness trauma at work

Check-Ins & Prompts:  Regular check-ins and prompts, created by our leadership team

Child & Domestic Abuse: For people who have experienced child abuse, domestic abuse or even both

Coping with Attachment Difficulties: Help and support for people with attachment difficulties

Creativity Corner: A creative space for poetry, art, and healing and recovery quotes

Dissociation & Related Disorders: A place to discuss your struggles with dissociation and how it relates to your trauma

Introductions & Welcomes: Are you new to the Trauma Community? Share a little about yourself!

Journaling Stories: This area is for sharing your story or creating a diary

PTSD & Complex Trauma: Share stories and seek support for PTSD and complex PTSD

Resources: Share and seek resources here

Sexual Assault and Sexual Abuse: A place for those affected by sexual assault and sexual abuse

Trauma through Bullying: A place to seek support around the issue of suffering traumatic experiences as a result of bullying

Trauma through War: This section is there for people who have been impacted by war

Traumatic Loss: For survivors of traumatic loss of any kind

How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable to). 

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In addition to that, you can take part in discussions or become a host for them.

Finally, you could also have a look at the posts of our trauma support sub-community writing team or even join it. 

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Discussions: Here you can find out when the next discussion takes place.

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Masterpost: Within this thread, you can find a number of educative and supportive posts that our writing team has written.

Leadership Team: In this thread, you can get to know our leadership team.

Trauma Support FAQ

Are there any sub-community specific guidelines that we need to adhere to? 

- Yes, all sub-community specific guidelines can be found below and should be followed in addition to the general forum guidelines.

How can I give feedback or ideas to the leadership team?

- You can either pm audienta directly, use this form to contact the forum leaders, or this form for general feedback about the trauma support sub-community.

Help... I still have a question! 

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These are the Trauma Support Sub-Community Guidelines, which have been drawn up in addition to the 7 Cups main guidelines and are specific for the Trauma Support community:

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  • Do not discourage/be unsupportive/blame/judge one another for their past
  • No graphic, in depth descriptions or pictures which could be triggering for others - in forums, chat and support session
  • Please always add a trigger warning if you believe your thread could be potentially triggering/harmful and/or contains one of the topics on this list. Also, please add a short topic description to the trigger warning (e.g. "Trigger Warning: Domestic Abuse) and if you're in a group support chat, wait a moment to see if everyone is comfortable with the topic. If not, agree on a time span during which the person who's not comfortable with the topic leaves the chat. Once they come back after this time span, change the topic.
  • Cursing not permitted and must be asterisked. (It is fine to vent and to express appropriate anger, but as curse words have often been used during abusive and traumatic experiences, we ask members and listeners to asterisk abusive/curse words to avoid triggering and upsetting members where possible and to maintain a respectful environment and to encourage positive and healthy expression of anger.)
  • Forums postings made by listeners and members should be transparent, made in English and should not be blocked out using colouring to disguise content of wording/messages sent between members/listeners, to maintain the safety of all users of the trauma sub community and to ensure all rules are being complied with.
  • Everyone is unique and their experiences are individual to them. Everyone’s experiences and how they think and feel about these are valid. Everyone reacts to traumatic experiences differently. This will be respected and appreciated without judgement.
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