Some memories are not better left untold
This is probably one of the hardest posts I could write because it deals with memories I've kept hidden for a long time. However, I feel it is important that I address these memories because there are many women in the same position who may find solace in my story. The #metoo movement saw many women come out and tell their stories, and I was both saddened and proud. Saddened that these stories are still being told in our time, but proud that so many women could discuss them so openly with the world. I never shared my story because I was too afraid. Afraid of being judged. I now realise that keeping them hidden only supports the perpetrator, so I'm breaking the silence today. I have unfortunately been the victim of sexual assault and rape numerous times. When I asked my psychologist about this he told me that it wasn't my fault, rather it was due to a set of circumstances that dictate why people are re-traumatised. One of these circumstances is they may turn to alco...