It is through pain that we learn to be empathic toward others and thus part of who we are. While we do not have the choice to keep many painful events from happening to us, we do have the control and power to determine what we allow our pain to become and what it shapes us into.

While it seems there are many who have a challenging road still ahead in their attempts to come to terms with their painful past, I am certain that having support and love shown by others make the burden more bearable.

If you have been sexually abused remember that seeking out love and sharing sexual intimacy is a testament to your courage as vulnerability is strength.

Many sexual abuse & assault victims suffer in silence fearing their own feelings and their partners reactions to them.

If you struggle with it or know someone who does find support and know that there is hope, love and beauty in sexuality.