Sexual assault 6 days ago
I was violently assaulted 6 days ago. I can barely get out of bed and I keep replaying the events in my mind. I’m terrified to leave the house. At the same time, I’m improving a little every day. I’ve been reaching out for support and that has helped tremendously.
From someone who waited 20 years to reach out, I am so glad that you reached out when you did. Stay strong and know you've got a whole community of people here for you.
I just got the same treatment in jail a few days ago. I've been raped twice. As man it's very difficult to find any help, it's all geared towards women. I haven't left the house since. My point is: You are not alone! Keep doing what you're doing seeking help and therapy. I hope it gets better for both of us, heal up.
I know it's exceptionally tough to get help, but I hope that will change in our society. I'm very sorry that you experienced such an invasive event, and adding insult to injury, you can't get help. Maybe that is something you can work on when you start feeling healed--changing the lack of help for male victims! I hope you will find safety and peace that will help you leave the house, because there is a big world out there, full of wonders, and the odds of you experiencing another sexual assault out there, are quite low. Again, I am so sorry this happened to you!
I am so sorry! Nobody deserves to experience a sexual assault. I have an extensive history of experiencing sexual assault, and feel your pain. It's amazing that you can even feel the tiniest bit better this soon! I hope you are staying on top of good self-care right now. Do everything possible to make yourself feel as good as you can, even if it takes a lot of effort. I also hope that whoever did this to you will be prosecuted to the fullest extent. You will feel empowered by any efforts you make toward that end. Hugs!