Where and how to get support living your best life. Books to start with: Boundaries https://a.co/d/5fjy3Av Safe People https://a.co/d/ehANfIg Where to find support: Family - Is your family safe? What needs to be done to repair and reconnect? Church If you can support others: support groups AA sexual abuse support group online groups special interest groups age-appropriate singles group Meet in public first, don't invite to your home. Start with same sex relationships. Be wary of relationships with married individuals, include spouse in conversations. Treasures www.iamatreasure.com Survivor Alliance www.survivoralliance.org Elevate Academy www.elevate-academy.org When making friends: Don't out yourself. instead say I'm a little socially awkward and am working on building relationships. I am working on... listening, being more/less assertive, speaking my mind, engaging in conversation. Not ready to support others? Get counseling, therapy, EMDR, Revisioning Therapy Support animal: Personal training, do it all yourself, or get help. Dogs in Vests www.dogsinvests.com/ PetSmart obedience, hiring professional, then personal training Things to consider: Are you financially ready to have an animal? (food, shots, grooming, healthcare) Keeping up dogs' health, grooming, medical, paperwork (ESA, Service dog) Does your living situation accommodate the size, breed of animal, is it realistic? Does your church accept service/emotional support dogs? Is it the right time for you? Do you have help? Need more information? info@gloryb.org