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  • We believe in the healing power
    of community

    Healing is complex, non-linear and unique to us all, but it’s a journey we can navigate together. See what others have already shared on 'Your Healing', or use some of our prompts to Share Your Journey:

    What Has Your Healing Journey Taught You?
    E.g. “I’ve learned I’m stronger than I give myself credit for.”

    What Challenges Have You Faced?
    E.g. “Coping with the highs and lows of healing has been exhausting.”

    What's Been Helpful For Your Healing?
    E.g. “Journaling helps me process emotions. Therapy's been a game-changer for me.”

    What Have You Let Go Of?
    E.g. “I’ve let go of the belief that I’m broken, damaged and defined by my trauma.”

    Any Wisdom For Survivors?
    E.g. “One day at a time—setbacks are normal.”

    Want To Ask The Community?
    E.g. “What’s one thing you wish you had known at the start of your healing journey?”

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Welcome to 'Your Healing,' a safe space to explore and nurture our healing and wellbeing—together!

Healing from trauma can feel lonely and challenging, wherever you are on your journey. We invite you to connect with fellow survivors, share¹ insights, and explore ways to nurture healing, wellbeing² and growth together.

There is no strict roadmap, and no two healing journeys are the same. This is ‘Your Healing’, in whatever way feels right for you.

¹We don’t publish stories of sexual violence in detail. Please visit We-Speak instead.

²We’ll tag the wellbeing categories as the journeys come in.

Explore your healing journey:

Physical Wellbeing

e.g. exercise, rest, nutrition, improving relationship with body.

Mental Wellbeing

e.g. learning new things, stress management, gut health, self-care.

Emotional Wellbeing

e.g. emotional regulation, journaling, resilience building.

Psychological Wellbeing

e.g. living a life of meaning & purpose, self-advocacy, agency.

Social Wellbeing

e.g. healthy relationships & boundaries, sense of belonging.

Environmental Wellbeing

e.g. connecting with nature, cultivating safe spaces, natural light.

Healing out loud

Share your insights, voice your journey, let it out. You're not alone.

Healing Journey

In (month) last year I reported my sexual assault to the guards. It’s been a long year and trying to wrap my head around things and process what is happening along side everyday life can be difficult. I’ve found regular therapy sessions vital for my own mental health. I’ve discovered that the emotions are like

Trigger Warning! Dear Reader, this content contains details of Sexual violence or abuse Justice system or process which some may find distressing.

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I’m so f**king angry

I’m really angry that I have to heal and work so hard to heal from something that wasn’t my fault. It’s not fair and I’m struggling with accepting that this is my life tbh. The anger and rage inside me bubbles up and I lash out at my family sometimes. It makes me so sad

Trigger Warning! Dear Reader, this content contains details of Self-harm Sexual violence or abuse which some may find distressing.

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Healing for me…

Healing for me means finding ME again. Rediscovering who I am, what makes me, me and what makes me special. What are my strengths, my values, my characteristics that make me unique, what I enjoy in life, who I want to be. Don’t get me wrong, it’s hard work and I have my ups and

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"Healing doesn’t mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives." - Lori Deschene

I Hope My Voice Can Inspire Others To Speak Out And Seek Justice

As a male survivor, having faced the court process and seen the sentencing through, I can say with certainty that I did the right thing. From the day of sentencing, I’ve held my head high—not just for myself, but for others in similar situations, especially men who often feel silenced. For (number) long years, I

Trigger Warning! Dear Reader, this content contains details of Justice system or process which some may find distressing.

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