My story begins when I was in 10th grade health class I just had read the book speak by Laurie Halse Anderson the past summer. The part where Melinda gets raped I didn’t know what rape was until health class in 10th grade. I started becoming scared of being raped anywhere I go. I told some teachers but they didn’t help that much. Eventually I started going to college 2 years after my rape fear started. I soon met friends who understood about my fear but it didn’t end there. The 2nd semester of my freshman year there were 3 attempted assaults on campus all by the same guy. I wasn’t one of the victims but I still am scared to this day about being raped. I guess I should be thankful that my friends at my college understand me and look out for me when I start getting scared. I’m still scared of being raped to this day and often have nightmares about it.
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I think it is normal to fear rape and sexual assault. It is a very scary reality. It is wonderful that you have friends who are safe and understanding. Voicing your fears is the first step toward dealing with them, so I am very proud of you for speaking your truth. I hope in time you are able work through the fear that is causing you such distressing nightmares.
Thanks I’m trying very hard to over come this fear of mine it’s never been easy for me. The friends that have helped me often drive me back to the dorm at night since 2 of the attempted assaults were behind my dorm. But I’m doing better with my fear I walked to an event tonight by myself in the dark
I’m proud of you! Just don’t forget that if you do feel scared that it is perfectly okay to ask for help.
thanks that means a lot and i’ll keep that in mind i often do ask for help or advice on my fear but I’m glad i could share my story on here