Confronting past SA’s
I’m trying to bring myself to accept that an incident that happened years ago was actually SA. But by accepting that I would also have confront and accept that some other past experiences would also be considered SA and the thoughts are overwhelming..
@yellowTree9
I'm sorry to hear that you've been going through this. A lot of survivors of sexual assault deny it ever happened or call it by a different name--and in a way, it can be easier to convince yourself that nothing this bad happened to you because sexual assault is hard and painful, and nobody wants to feel like it or believe that this happened to them. It is deeply overwhelming, and you don't have to confront and accept other things if you don't want to; you deserve to heal and go at your own pace, and it's your right to do so, and you have that control or power to make that decision. I am truly wishing you the best; this is a difficult thing to go through, and you have my support and other people here.
Thank you for your message ❤️ I really appreciate it
@yellowTree9
I'm glad to hear that what I said meant something to you and hope you're doing well. I'm rooting for you! 😊
I did the same thing about my assaults for years… I’ve been assaulted so many times that I literally can’t function anymore
my brother was abused in the church and he can’t deal with it either
it’s really hard
but you’re not alone
I’m so sorry that this also happened to you.. it’s unbelievable that these things could happen at all. The fact that you can read and comment about your experience shows your resilience, which, in spite of everything, can carry you on to a better future and mindset. Right now, I can’t help but blame myself for how they happened in the first place. I can’t help but feel so stupid and gullible and naïve. At this point, I’m my own worst enemy. But I’m trying to find peace in baby steps, at least.
