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(JD) · Aug 24, 2009, 08:19 PM

(I knew I should have copied my first answer!)

I think if everyone felt totally safe here, or anywhere, they would use their real name, or at least make it available in profile, don't you think?

I first came here to relearn social skills. I had isolated myself from society for several years and had forgotten how to carry on a decent conversation, and even what were the current topics of discussion. While it wasn't the best place for conversation, mind you, it was quite good to have such a place to relearn. I received many "nasty grams" as I call them from the moderator/admin back then, in the process of trying to say something properly so others could understand without offense.

One member won't be able to be friends with everyone here, and that's a downside, but totally normal and expected. That there will always be those who don't like you, and of course, those who are in the early stages of healing with their mental disorders, and will cause some upsetting times is a given also. But by sticking to those you know and trust, and venturing out from time to time to make a new friend, one moves farther along the healing path.

I wouldn't be where I am today IRL if I had had to make those mistakes IRL.