Enforcing requirements for consent consistently delivers the message that people aren’t entitled to us or our possessions. It also reinforces that we are prioritizing our own feelings, wants and needs over theirs. This messaging lets other people know that we understand our value.
Read MoreSome mental health professionals believe that ASMR helps combat effects of [sexual assault] trauma, such as feelings of stress, anxiety and depression. We’ve dug into the topic.
Read MoreTherapy teaches participants how to survive the violence in a way that doesn’t require us to abandon ourselves. In fact, a good therapist teaches us how to tap into our authentic selves.
Read MoreThe initial thought, as a parent, is that children will disclose when they have been harmed. Unfortunately, this is not true. Children (not matter their age) will only disclose when they feel safe to do so. Here’s how you can help.
Read MoreYou are the first line of defense in protecting your children - physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially - from sexual abuse. This means educating yourself to reduce risks and creating an environment where they feel safe to speak up if something goes wrong.
Read MoreIt’s easy to think of yourself as a safe space, but you may be unintentionally causing harm. In this post, we’ll explore how to better support others and be more trustworthy.
Read MoreIn a world where the shadow of sexual violence looms, maintaining safety from predators is not just crucial—it's a vital part of a healthy survivorship journey.
Read MoreThere currently isn’t much, if any, information about what a victimized person can do to get help. So, the GOTU team compiled a sequential list of steps you can help a newly victimized person take to better ensure post-rape care.
Read MoreNo more hiding! We, as sexual assault and abuse survivors, have a right to live out loud…publicly…without shame…trauma in hand…visible in our survivorship journeys.
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