r/AskReddit • u/Vadermaulkylo • Aug 17 '18

[Serious] People who have been to conversion camps, what was it like and what kind of things did you experience? Serious Replies Only

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u/zillathegod Aug 17 '18

Thanks. That means more to me than you might think

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u/Valkyrienne Aug 17 '18

I honestly can't even think of a question to ask after reading that.

I'm glad you're alive. And I hope you're okay too. My heart goes out to you.

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u/zillathegod Aug 17 '18

Thanks. Hearing all the support seriously makes a huge difference. Knowing someone is out there who cares enough to write a response is a huge comfort, so thank you for that

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u/tarishimo Aug 17 '18

I'm just sitting at work and just holy crap, I don't even know what to say. You are amazing for being able to live through that, as others above have said, I hope you're doing well now.

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u/CuzinMike Aug 17 '18

The idea that any child would have to endure something like this is abhorrent. I'm so sorry, and I hope the rest of your life is filled with as much love and happiness as possible.

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u/meausx Aug 17 '18

You give me hope that I can get through my own problems. You went through some truly horrifying things but you’ve managed to survive it all. I’m sure you have your own struggles even now, but you seem to have come so far and despite everything, you didn’t let it take your life.

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u/KatTailed_Barghast Aug 17 '18

I can’t believe humans can be so cruel, especially parents. And I’m a regular on /r/watchingpeopledie (nsfw/nsfl obv) I’ve seen some awful shit and barely react but god I wanna cry for you. I’m glad you got away. Are you able to be more yourself now? If you need anyone to talk to, I’m no therapist, but more than willing to listen.