Nobody knows what it’s like. They want to tell people but I don’t want anyone else knowing, I don’t want people to look at me like the girl that got raped. I want to be the girl that survived and I want to be me. Not a title, not a poor little girl I want to be the girl that got back up and kicked ass. I want to make a difference in the world. I want to help people and animals. I want to be the girl that saved those people or animals. That’s the only title that’s ever okay. No means no.
-The girl that survived being raped and got up and kicked ass
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Thank you SO much for posting this. I want you to know that I completely relate to what you’re saying – wanting to scream about what happened but also not wanting people to view you differently or having rape define you. For me it’s come down to balance; a few of my close friends know what happened but I’ve only told them after I’ve been confident that they won’t think of me differently (though it was still scary). They don’t know all the details but it’s been comforting to have someone to talk to sometimes. But you need to find what works for you. My therapist has also been helpful when I just can’t hold stuff in anymore. You might benefit from a support group where other people can relate to what you’re feeling. A rape crisis center or hospital near you might have one. You are already making a difference by sharing your story here; I bet a lot of people can relate. I believe in you. Love, Alexis