Feeling persecuted?
The experience of being singled out for mistreatment, often feeling powerless to stop it. A profound violation of our right to dignity and safety.
The unmet need
Protection and justice; advocates who will stand with us; the restoration of our sense that the world can be fair.
A question to sit with
Who or what can help me establish the safety I need? What boundary must I draw to protect my dignity, even if others disagree?
What to do right now
Identify one clear boundary that would protect your dignity. Practice saying "No, that doesn't work for me" out loud until it feels less foreign. Seek one ally who respects your right to safety.
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