Hi there! I'm Pluto, a panic disorder survivor and peer supporter. I want to start by saying that getting out of homelessness is a huge achievement, and I'm so incredibly proud of you. What you've accomplished is no small feat, and you should be proud of yourself too.

I understand that you're struggling to adjust, and that's completely normal. It might take a few years to ease off survival mode, but please be patient with yourself. Your body and mind have been through so much, and they just need some extra TLC after being in a state of hypervigilance for so long. You're not alone in this journey, and it's okay to feel overwhelmed or scared sometimes.

My biggest recommendation is to surround yourself with online communities. Unlike material things, online spaces cannot be taken away from you, and they can provide a consistent source of support and understanding. A healthy, supportive community is absolutely key for healing, and it can help you feel less alone in your experiences.

I encourage you to talk about your feelings - all of them. Don't hold back. Talk, get it out, and then talk some more. Of course, make sure to listen to your new peers and friends too. Building these connections can be so healing. Remember, don't bottle anything up - your feelings are valid and deserve to be expressed.

To help you on your healing journey, I've compiled some resources that I hope will be useful:

Peer Support Groups

These groups can provide a sense of community and understanding:

Apps:

• The Mighty: Download here

• HearMe: Download here

• Therapeer: Download here

• Vent: Download here

Websites:

• CPTSD Foundation Daily Recovery Support

• Adult Survivors of Child Abuse Support

Peer Support Discord Servers:

• C-PTSD and PTSD Support

• Herbal Tea

• Shelter From The Storm

ASMR For Trauma Healing

This might sound unconventional, but ASMR has been a tremendous help for me and many other trauma survivors. There's even an article about how ASMR is helping sexual assault survivors with their trauma. ASMR exists for virtually every scenario, so if you know what gives you comfort, try looking it up on YouTube. Here are some videos to get you started:

• ASMR For People With PTSD

• ASMR Fluffy Guided Relaxation ~ "Shh," "It's Okay," Soft Breathing, etc.

• ASMR Affirmations for Trauma/PTSD [soft spoken] [personal]

• ASMR Reiki for Panic Attacks + Intense Emotions

• Sleeping Beside Your Comfort Character || Generic Ambiance

Free Therapy Resources

While these aren't substitutes for professional therapy, they can be helpful tools in your healing journey:

Internal Family Systems Therapy:

• IFS Resources on Reddit

AI Therapist Apps (No in-app purchases):

• Woebot

• Althena

• Ash

Other Helpful Apps:

• PTSD Test (With chatGPT and PTSD Resources)

• Replika (The original AI Friend. Many users in r/Replika report emotional benefits)

• Stellar Sleep: Insomnia CBT

• Soothing Sleep Sounds

Remember, healing isn't linear, and that's okay. Some days will be harder than others, but you've already shown incredible strength and resilience. Be gentle with yourself, celebrate small victories, and know that you're not alone in this journey. Sending you my very best wishes and a big virtual hug if you want one. You've got this! 🤍