Lived Experience Forum

[Evie1]

Ive been told so many times I believe it 

[Zoe7]

Hey @Evie1 Just checking in on you Hon 

[Amour_Et_Psyché]

Hi @Evie1 

I'm so sorry you've been told numerous times that your experience of sexual assault is in some part your fault. Sexual assault is never the victim's fault!  However, that being said, I can understand why it is hard to believe that it is not you fault when others have led you to question this within yourself. 

For anyone who has said this is your fault/you deserve this, they are ignoring the pivotal fact that everyone is accountable for their own behaviour. You did not abuse yourself. It was not your behaviours, actions and choices - it was your abusers. I know saying this may not take away the guilt and blame you place on yourself but I hope the reassurance here on the Forums helps you to feel supported and less alone despite such feelings.

Take very good care of yourself.

Amour_Et_Psyché

[Zoe7]

Well said @Amour_Et_Psyché 👍