Hi Malady,
It's good to see you back here again. I was sad that you disappeared before and am so glad you're back.

This is awesome information. I have a history of cult abuse and religious abuse among other things. I'm so sorry that you are having to deal with the after affects of all of this.

I hope that you will find a safe place to discuss and disclose. I don't understand why people are sometimes so negative toward others when information is exchanged. I have found for me that sometimes when the experience is not the same as what a person is experiencing, that they are not able to accept that it could be different for another person. I have found this to be so in religion, politics and mental illness especially. I guess that's why religion and politics are not allowed to be discussed here. It can have such a negative impact on us when someone completely discounts our experience, no matter what the topic is.

I think it's a completely valid request to ask for only supportive responses as this is intended to be a support site. We have all been through difficulties and while we all experience things in different ways, imo we all have a common bond in that we are seeking a safe place and healing.

That said, I think the people here at PC are very supportive and understanding overall. And we welcome you with open arms Malady. If you ever have any concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to contact myself, any other moderator or an admin, k? We're so glad you're back and hope you'll stay around and let us support you.