Loving Through Trauma: A Day of Connection and Healing for Lovers. Saturday, July 12, 2008 - Milwaukee, Wisconsin 9:30am - 5:30pm In this innovative, creative, and very practical, all-day workshop, trauma-informed facilitators will employ crea…

“ i am a childhood sexual abuse survivor with ptsd and sometimes i use food compulsively to cope. would like to communicate with others who share some of these concerns for mutual encouragement and support. to share our experience, strength and hope. ”

“ Founder and Coach, Bernadette Xiong, of Bx Life Coaching (www.bxlifecoaching.com) supports individuals and businesses in overcoming the limiting beliefs that prevent them from fulfilling their potential, goals and dreams. ”

“ I'm 46 years old, married 4 years, confronted with losing all hope of pregnancy (which has been pretty dim anyway, but doggonit don't give up on me!) ”

“ Hello ”

“ I am an only child tha my mother raised by herself. She died very young and I am having great difficulty with her passing. ”

“ Was abused for 3-5yrs as a child. Would like an outlet to help work thru it. ”

“ survivors of domestic battery ”

“ My past negative experiences, to be sure, are mild compared to what many of you out there have been through. But I'd be glad to listen and support those of you out there who are struggling with shame or frustration over domestic abuse. ”

“ I want to talk, and hear other's talk, so I can feel understood, and understand. This understanding will lead to a better mental state of mind because I will know i am with other people who have felt mis-understood, but who now feel understood. ”

“ I'm a writer and enjoy writing poetry, short stories, Novels, ect. ”

“ Hi. I'm a Chicago hypnotherapist. I am excited to join b/c I am always seeking ways to better understand my clients' perspectives and therefore, help them more deeply. Thanks and hope to see you all soon. Have the best day ever! ”

“ Hello, I am here because after 4 years of an OK relationship I was physically abused. I am lucky to have immediately gotten out of the relationship, but am unsure of what to do next or where to turn for support. I consider this my first step. ”

“ I'm a 27yr old F, a mental health professional, student and survivor, looking for others to share experiences with ”

“ I am a victim of verbal and psychological abuse as well as my children from my soon to be ex-husband. I would love to meet others on their way to healing as I start on a new and exciting chapter. ”

“ My name is Wendy and I am looking to start a new business in the entertainment business a field that is highly male dominateds. Unfortunately I do not have a strong background in business and I am looking for mentorship and likeminded people. ”

“ I am interested in meetings close to Arlington Heights - set them up and I'll be there. ”

“ My name is Carrie i am 22 years old i live in Skokie,IL. i have had a self injury problem since i was 15 and i desperately want to stop. i even went to a self injury hospital 7 months ago but i still cant stop. i am looking for support and guidance ”

“ Hello, I live in Crystal Lake and would like to meet other survivors of abuse. Please feel free to email me anytime. Denise ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to talk to people that are dealing with similiar circumstances. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would feel encouraged by other survivors. ”

“ HI EVERYBODY! My Kids are excited about this group. It will be fun to see it grow. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need help and support to heal ”

“ I want this Meetup, because I am a Former Homeless Person. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i am a victim and am looking for support ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have a girlfriend who is Bipolar and I want to understand her illness and be supportative. ”

“ hey every body how's it going? I thought this would be a cool way to get know other writers in the milwaukee area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have Major depression and would like to able to talk to people that understand the illness and we can have empathy for each other. ”

“ Hi, my name is Tricia, and I have constantly struggled with food issues my whole life (since I was 3). Just looking to make friends with people who truly know what it's like to deal with this everyday... ”

“ I have a Tibetan Spaniel puppy. She needs to make some doggy friends. ”

“ I love theater. Would like to meet with like minded friends. ”

“ Hi. I am looking forward to meeting some people who understand. ”