This site is not a “social media” site as they are defined and recognized. This site was built specifically for individuals to connect with others that have had similar traumas. In my recovery it took talking to others that have lived through similar events to find peace. I created this site to allow others the same opportunity.
There are no trackers, cookies, or IP address captures on this site. The only information recorded is the information you add to display to others.
This site has been developed thinking of those suffering from Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault or are in fear of their safety.
Names cannot be used. An alternative is to replace names with pro-nouns, “____”, or symbols. If in your frustration you type in a name, it will be replaced with a “___” or a symbol before it will post.
Example: Bill Clinton can be used but Monica Lewinsky would not be allowed in the context of the scandal. Now, Monica Lewinsky has put herself out in public view to advocate against cyber bullying and does public events to help others reclaim their lives. Her work in recovery from abuse can be sited and used.
Name calling can feel healthy when it comes out. I will allow some leeway, but it should be accurate and limited. If it is not, some of the profanities may be deleted. This is to stay on the topic of recovery and not just to bad mouth others. (Swearing is allowed.)
This site was created to address traumas. Content and stories told may be graphic and may not be suitable for all individuals. I have separated the traumas into different sections so content can be avoided.
Some subjects may cross sections. A robbery may turn into a rape. Child abuse may turn into murder. If the story becomes more violent than the original entry section, it will be moved into the section that is more appropriate.
Unfortunately, trauma has no age limits. This site may be used by minors with guardian permission. Ideally the guardian would be present with the minor, but in some cases that may not be possible.
Public exposure is not just a problem for those suffering from a crime, it is also a problem for our First responders and public officials. Often people do not reach out for help with the fear that someone will find out. This site is designed for all; Rich or poor, famous or unknown, trained and unskilled.
Think of this site as a coffee shop or bar. A place where you can talk to a random stranger from any walk of life and maybe get some good advice. There may be professionals from the mental health industry but you may be talking to a gardener. Good advice is good advice – no matter where it comes from.
This site is not professional counseling. It is an option and an alternative for those that want to reach out but feel they can’t for any reason. If something seems like bad advice don’t take it – not from here, not from anywhere. You know you the best, even if you’re still trying to figure out how well you know you. There will be a level of honesty here since there is no tracking of who said what, but trust your gut.
The site is not responsible for you taking bad advice. There is a strong hope that many opinions will surface and in that something will help. At the very least there is a hope that after reading the stories of others you realize you are not alone.
This is not social media. Entries will be screened before they appear publicly. This is to protect and defend. Hate speech, threats of violence, and victim blaming will not be shown publicly. Individual names and/or locations that can track a person will not be shown publicly.
It is known that hurting people hurt people. Sometimes the pain inflicted on others is unintentional. There will be screening for that as well. Getting the pain out is part of the healing process but using peoples names to get them in trouble will not be published. Name calling can feel good, type as many names as you need too but it may be printed as: “That Jerk (more names)”. Using this site means you are aware that you can get your pain out but not at the expense of others.
Currently this site is funded through my little balloon stand. Tech is extremely expensive. Any donations made are welcome. However, I do not want people to feel that they need to donate, nor do I want people to have their name tracked to PTSD.Online. No donate button will be added to this site.
If you would like to donate, please visit intentional-kindness.org. You will also find a contact form there if you want to reach out.