The journey of healing after sexual assault is deeply personal, and there’s no single “right” way to navigate it. For many survivors, a powerful part of reclaiming their strength and voice involves:
It’s essential to approach this aspect of your healing with self-compassion and awareness. Only you can truly know when you’re ready to engage in this kind of work. We encourage you to connect with trusted sources of support, such as a rape crisis counselor or a dear friend, to help you explore your readiness and determine which activities align best with your needs and goals.
If you need help finding your local rape crisis center, RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline is a valuable resource for connecting you with local support and guidance. RAINN also offers a wealth of excellent information and support for the process of healing from sexual violence on their website.
The decision to speak out publicly about your experience is an intensely personal one, filled with complexities and considerations.
Ultimately, the right decision is the one that you make, guided by your own inner wisdom and needs.
While most requests for public speaking and sharing your experience will come from a place of good intentions, it’s crucial to remember that survivors always possess the absolute right to decline, for any reason whatsoever, or for no reason at all. Your boundaries are paramount.
If you are considering taking on a more public role in sharing your story, it can be incredibly helpful to explore resources that offer thoughtful guidance and important points to consider before making that leap.
"Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it consciously, she stands up for all women."
"Above all, be the heroine of your life, not the victim."
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