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lesbian , survivor , atheist
Self description
Female , 23
I grew up in inner city London, and life threw just about everything it could at me. I'm currently unemployed and boy, is it ever fun(!). I'm gay, currently single since my girlfriend broke up with me a while back.
Life experiences
coming out
As a teenager I was faced with not only coming out, but doing so while attending Catholic school and living in an abusive household. If I can do it, anyone can.
bereavement
Loss is something I understand. My mother died when I was twelve, followed by my stepfather, grandmother and two grandfathers in the space of seven years. Whether someone's died, moved away or just lost touch, dealing with losing someone important is hard.
emotional abuse
After losing my mother I was sent to live with an aunt who, rather than take me in and help me as family should, instead spent years teaching me that I was worthless and evil and a burden on everyone I knew. When someone you love treats you like that, it's not normal and it's not okay.
Why mentor on horsesmouth?
Life has thrown just about everything it could think of at me over the years and I've managed, through the support and advice of people close to me, to get through it all. Some people don't have that kind of support available, but if I can help in any way, I'm there
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I have been mentoring on HM for 18 months. I really enjoy it & hopefully I am helping other people. Recently I posted my my first 'request for a mentor'. I have been completely bowled over by the response. So many people taking their time & making the effort to offer constructive advice in a friendly polite manner. For me it completely validates the intent behind HM. It reminds me how many good, helpful people there are out there. Thanks for providing such a great service.
well what a geat website! in all honestly, i basically typed in "agony aunts online" while on a down day just expecting some upbeat optimism on the computer, and came across this site. it is so much better than just reading a passage on a website, to actually talk to REAL people for honest advice and listening about particular subjects rather than a general overview.
Schmangled
I just want to say thanks to everyone who replied to one of my recent shout outs about forgiving - every message was useful and some very helpful indeed! It really feels good to know other people understand how i've been feeling, and to know there are people not far from me to help! Thanks so much, and everyone please don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help anyone with any problem you may be having xxx
Georgieee
