# Finding Healing Through Support and Community

**URL:** <https://forum.sharedquill.org/t/finding-healing-through-support-and-community/6939>\
**Category:** Trauma, Stress, PTSD\
**Created:** [June 10, 2024, 6:30am UTC](https://forum.sharedquill.org/t/finding-healing-through-support-and-community/6939 "2024-06-10T06:30:03Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 1\
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**Author:** ![Jessica\_Scott](https://forum.sharedquill.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/cdc98d/32.png) [@Jessica\_Scott](https://forum.sharedquill.org/u/Jessica_Scott)\
**Post date:** [June 10, 2024, 6:30am UTC](https://forum.sharedquill.org/t/finding-healing-through-support-and-community/6939/1 "2024-06-10T06:30:03Z")

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Hello everyone, I am a 51-year-old woman who has been dealing with mental health and trauma for many years. It has been a difficult and isolating experience, but I am finally reaching out for help. I have realized the importance of surrounding myself with supportive and understanding individuals who can help me through this challenging time. I am hopeful that by connecting with others who have similar experiences, I can find healing and strength. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this community and look forward to the support and encouragement that I know I will find here. Thank you for welcoming me with open arms.