Please introduce yourself and what you wanted to be when you grew up.

When Pain & Passion Meet, You Find Purpose This community exists to support growth, healing, and purpose through lived experience. To keep this space safe, respectful, and meaningful for everyone, we agree to the following guidelines: 1️⃣ Lead With Respect Everyone here carries a story. - Speak to others with dignity—even when you disagree - No shaming, belittling, or dismissive language - We can be honest without being harmful Respect is non-negotiable. 2️⃣ Honor Lived Experience Your story is yours. Someone else’s story is theirs. - Share from your own experience (“I” statements) - Do not correct, debate, or minimize someone’s lived reality - Advice is welcome only when asked for Listening is often more powerful than fixing. 3️⃣ Confidentiality Is Essential What’s shared here stays here. - Do not screenshot, repost, or share others’ stories outside the group - Respect privacy—inside and outside this space Trust is the foundation of this community. 4️⃣ This Is a Peer-Support Space, Not Therapy This group offers connection, tools, and reflection—not clinical treatment. - No diagnosing or medical advice - If you’re in crisis, please seek professional or emergency support Support each other responsibly. 5️⃣ Share With Boundaries You are encouraged to be real—not retraumatized. - Share what feels safe for you today - Graphic details are not necessary - Take breaks when needed Your wellbeing comes first. 6️⃣ No Hate, Harassment, or Discrimination This is an inclusive space. - No racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or harassment of any kind - Harmful behavior will be addressed immediately Belonging matters here. 7️⃣ Growth Over Perfection You don’t have to have the answers. - Show up as you are - Progress looks different for everyone - We celebrate effort, not performance This is about becoming—not proving. 8️⃣ No Soliciting or Self-Promotion Without Permission This space is not for sales or recruiting.

This is a lived-experience space for people who’ve been through real life and are ready to move forward with intention. You don’t have to have it figured out. You just have to show up honestly. Take what you need. Leave space for others. We grow together here.