Cheyenne Coleman
Trigger Warning: SA
Every 73 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. 1 in 6 women will experience a sexual trauma in their lifetime. Nearly 80% of teenagers who experience sexual abuse will develop a mental health disorder as a result. By sharing my story, in collaboration with two friends of mine and fellow survivors, I hope to begin a conversation which leads to a shift in societal attitude.
- Cheyenne Coleman
Do Not Forget
Your ability to burn.
Do Not Forget
the second floor, where the elevators are.
Do Not Forget
the leaves, and be thankful for them, in the snow.
Do not pretend to forget
your makeup bag.
You taught me
a thumb in a counterclockwise motion
above the belly button
settles the stomach and
if she's on my knees, you can watch out.
I still don't know why
I cried at goodnight.
Suppose, I guess, I couldn't bear the stomach pain
Often, it’s kind of hard to heal completely when your support system doesn’t really understand. I went through stages of anger where I needed to physically release. Now, I’m currently in a space where my life is not about my trauma.
- Danisha Bailey
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We need support. We need to be able to process with each other and support each other - and create solutions together.
- Sharde McConnell
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Crisis Hotlines:
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255