In regards to the MeToo Movement and whenever someone comes forward about abuse in their life. We hear so much of âwhy didnât this person come forward, or why now?â I really donât owe anyone an explanation but Iâm going to give one anyway to help raise some awareness... I didnât remember my rape until … Continue reading #MeToo and âWhy Are People Coming Forward Now?â
Tag: emotional abuse
Great Things Are Happening
Exactly one month from today I will be turning 30. I am so excited to be entering a new decade and finally leave the horrible 20s behind. I say that because it was in my 20s that my mental health issues were at their worst and it was also during my 20s that I experienced … Continue reading Great Things Are Happening
We Believe Survivors Video Project
We Believe Survivors Video Project I am in the process of putting together another video project for Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. You can watch the one I did last year here Want to participate? What I need you to do: Make a Video of you Saying âI Believe Survivorsâ and your reason for … Continue reading We Believe Survivors Video Project
Survivor Love Letter
Dear Survivor, You are so incredibly brave. It takes great courage to get out of bed each morning and try to make the most of each day. Some days are hard, you may not even want to get out of bed and if you aren't able to, that's ok. You are still so brave and … Continue reading Survivor Love Letter
Why I Support The Family Center
When I first remembered that I had been raped, I told a few people that I had met online through the Law and Order: SVU fandom. That was when I first found my voice. I later told a few people in real life. My therapist, a co-worker and a few others. I must say I … Continue reading Why I Support The Family Center
Welcome To Hell – Life With Mental Health Issues
I wanted to write a blog post on what itâs like to live with multiple mental health issues. Please note: could possibly trigger. Please read with caution. Welcome to hell. I was introduced to this hell as a 14 year old. I literally fought for my life though, depression, anxiety, suicide attempts etc and I … Continue reading Welcome To Hell – Life With Mental Health Issues
Dear John, I See It All Now That You’re Gone
Taylor Swift's song "Dear John" really speaks volumes to my survivor stories. Here are the lyrics, Long were the nights when my days once revolved around you Counting my footsteps, Praying the floor won't fall through, again My mother accused me of losing my mind, But I swore I was fine, you paint me a … Continue reading Dear John, I See It All Now That You’re Gone
Why I Created Becoming Katie Butterfly
Becoming Katie Butterfly I have struggled with mental illness, anxiety, and sexual assault in my life. It once held be back, even almost killed me, but like a butterfly I have come out of the darkness and into a beautiful life! I have found my voice and it's so beautiful. I have so much to … Continue reading Why I Created Becoming Katie Butterfly
Maybe He Doesn’t Hit You
Recently a new campaign has surfaced on Twitter and social media. The #MaybeHeDoesntHitYou that focuses on the emotional impact of domestic abuse and relationship abuse.I think it's important to raise awareness on these important issues and maybe be able to speak up about personal experiences. Thank you for those who sent in contributions to raise … Continue reading Maybe He Doesn’t Hit You
Speak Out: Tinky’s Story
"Abuse is something I've been through in different ways almost all my life. I guess it started when I was 15. I was dating a guy for about 6 months who I met at a party. When I was younger I partied a lot! I was alone in his house and he wanted to have … Continue reading Speak Out: Tinky’s Story
