Just wanted to say hello, just joined from Canada

Welcome AnverageJoe,

Coming from a male sexual abuse backround, becoming average seems to an effort. I hope you find the tools you need to go from average to victorious, a maturity in healing and recovery.

Nice to have you here,
Sam

Hi,

Welcome to the site. You are in for a long bumpy ride. There will be lots of detours but remember that a detour will always get you back to the main road, even though it may take longer than we will like.

If you haven't got a therapist yet, I strongly suggest a therapist well experienced in dealing with Male CSA. If they aren't readily available in the area where you live, call the appropiate Ass'n or ask your family doctor and ask them to recommend one.

I can't stress enough that you START therapy ASAP. The longer you wait, the longer it is to lead a "normal" life.

Good Luck as you start this journey.

Welcome!

Hope you find what you need. Feel free to ask questions. Take your time. A lot of this stuff if rough to read. We've all been there. And we'll be here to help you along.

Happy Victoria Day!

Jim

Welcome to MS my friend,
I'm sorry that we meet under these circumstances, but unfortunately that is why we all are here. I agree with Sailor John about seeking some help from a therapist. This is a job in itself. Just never give up!!
Please remember that..
1.You want help.(that's a great start)
2.We are all here for each other.(a great comfort, even when we're alone.)
3.We are survivors!
4.Our past sucks, but we have a future. (I'm 46 and repressed it until now.)
5.You can ask us anything.
6.Oh, the heck with these numbers... lol

You are amongst friends that believe in you, because we lived it,we survived it, and we are forever connected by it.

Stay strong,
Randy

Hey Jo,
welcome to Male survivor!
I hope you'll find way to connect to other brothers here, breaking isolation is one of hardest goals of recovery.
Be well!
pero