I recovered from being sexually abused as a child in part because I actively sought out protective male friends.
I've long believed the antidote to "bad men" is "good men." In contrast, a lot of rape victims simply conclude all men are evil and it becomes a barrier to recovery.
I think they don't know another way to feel safe. It seems like the safe bet to them: just don't trust any men.
I've long believed the antidote to "bad men" is "good men." In contrast, a lot of rape victims simply conclude all men are evil and it becomes a barrier to recovery.
I think they don't know another way to feel safe. It seems like the safe bet to them: just don't trust any men.
That wasn't my reaction.