Sexual Abuse Support Group
Sexual abuse is a relative cultural term used to describe sexual relations and behavior between two or more parties which are considered criminally and/or morally offensive. Different types of sexual abuse involve: Non-consensual, forced physical sexual behavior such as rape, incest or sexual assault, or psychological forms of abuse, such as verbal sexual behavior or...
I just feel so scared tonight. I've had my share of restless and sleepless nights because of this stupid trauma. Tonight I'm just so tired, and I feel like I can't sleep because something bad will happen. I feel so scared. I'm praying and trying to relax but my stomach is in knots and I feel like crying.
Cry. It will help release tension. And know that you will stop crying when you are ready to. I cried every day for over a year, no matter where I was.
Breathe deeply. It will take oxygen to your brain. Practice doing what's called Oxytocin breathing...be sure to smile while you're doing it. Check it out on You Tube.
Find a yoga class to help you get in touch with your body. There is a yoga being offered out there called Yoga for Trauma--I'm checking it out. But, even if you can't find that particular yoga find some way to do body work because it's critical to healing.
Your body is talking to you, respect it and help it release the traumatic energy it holds. You can do this.
xx
SuzA