Before you read
This is a true, raw and honest story. Some posts deal with themes that may be difficult or distressing, including:
- death and near-death experiences
- brain haemorrhage, serious illness and haemophilia
- the infected blood scandal
- drug use, including ketamine and speed
- mental health, PTSD, trauma, guilt and loneliness
- gender identity, dysphoria and transition
- sexuality and adult themes
- blackmail, threats and violence
- strong language
This site is intended for adults aged 18 and over.
Please look after yourself while reading. Take breaks, skip what you need to, and come back when you’re ready.
Support
- Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24/7)
- Mind: mind.org.uk
- Mermaids and Switchboard LGBT+: switchboard.lgbt, 0800 0119 100
- The Haemophilia Society: haemophilia.org.uk
- FRANK (drugs advice): talktofrank.com, 0300 123 6600
“One day you will tell your story, of what you went through and it will become someone’s survival guide.”