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 Support Networks
"All of us need people. Survivors need to rebuild their trust and accept their human need to rely on others. They need to increase their circle of friends and establish a network of people they can call on in times of need.
An important part of the healing process is to learn to relate to people. You have seen the hurtful side of people. Now you need to give yourself a chance to see and
accept the other side. It may take you a few tries, so be gentle with yourself.
Setup a support system so that you have someone to call the minute you feel you are a danger to someone or yourself. Make sure the list is long enough so that you can always reach someone. Your therapist should be first, and friends or neighbors who are aware of your situation can be next. If you can't reach any of them, you can always call the hotlines which are open 24 hours a day.
Child Help USA has therapists trained to help survivors 24 hours a day and can also refer you to other abuse hotlines if needed. Child Help also maintains a referral list of experienced therapists throughout the country. The number is
1-800-422-4453.
Write on 10 or more pieces of paper: If I feel I am a danger to myself or others, I know my feelings are coming from the past. I override all past programming. I will immediately call: (List your names and phone numbers, including Childhelp. Add your list of affirmations.)
Post these pages as many places as possible, in every room of your house, the bathroom; your car; and if possible your office. Carry a copy in your wallet or purse. Refer to it often and read it again whenever you see it. Commit it to memory."
*** This was taken from "Reach For The Rainbow" by: Lynne Finney ***
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