Category Archives: Resources

Sharing Tears

I have discussed many times here how I have felt the need to hide my tears to ‘protect others’ from experiencing my pain. Thought: If they are crying because I was raped, then I am causing them pain so I … Continue reading

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Filling My God Shaped Vacumn

I have been going to therapy with an excellent counselor who I believe God has gifted to help those who have survived trauma. No question about her truth. I learned this week how I have come to meld my respect … Continue reading

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Creative Distraction

Countless hours are spent in therapy, post trauma, learning coping skills for when the PTSD flares. I have done writings, drawings, and craft projects as those wiser than myself try to ingrain in my head, healthy ways of dealing with … Continue reading

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God Rejoices Over You With Singing

A friend whom I have not seen in many years gave me a special book when she heard about my struggles. The title was enough to touch me. In the back of the book was a CD of the song … Continue reading

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Helpful Resources

I would be remiss not to include the websites and hotlines that have been helpful to me and to thousands of other women. I stumbled upon them one by one as I desperately searched for help. Here I will provide my … Continue reading

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