Finding a way to cope with your assault is very important. This gives you an outlet to channel all your thoughts, feelings and emotions through. There are many healthy ways in which a person can cope, and unfortunately there are many self destructive ways in which a person can cope. This post is going to … Continue reading Coping Is Important For Healing
Tag: Dealing with rape
Below is a list of common myths and facts about rape. MYTH: Victims cause the violence that has happened to them FACT: It doesn’t matter what someone is wearing or how they are acting, no one asks to be raped. People who sexually assault often use force, threat, or injury. An absence of injuries does … Continue reading Myths and Facts About Being Raped
I still struggle with my rape every day. Yes, I was drunk when he raped me. Actually, I was passed out and woke up to him on top and inside me. Bottom line. ...I DID NOT GIVE CONSENT! As a matter of fact, earlier on, before I was wasted, I specifically told him that I … Continue reading If You Are Drunk, & Didn’t Give Prior Consent. …it’s RAPE
I just read a great write-up about dealing with rape . It's a great reminder to read over and over, especially on the really tough day's (which for me right now is every day ). Last night I had my youngest brother and his fiancé over for dinner. Although he had previously put two and … Continue reading Dealing With Rape
A Survivor Not a Victim 