I believe you when you said someone did something to hurt you.
I believe you when they overlooked you for that thing you deserved.
I believe you when you said they underpay you.
I believe your hurt even when you feel like you have to keep it together, because “who is going to if you don’t.”
I believe you when you said you felt unprotected.
I believe you when you said you are exhausted.
I believe you when you said you didn’t deserve to be treated like that.
I believe you when you said they touched you inappropriately.
I believe you when your religious institution was found to be a boys club.
I believe you when your voice was stifled.
I believe you when you said they talked trash behind your back.
I believe you when they hurt you.
I believe you when you said you faced aggression – micro & just plain ol aggression.
I believe you when you said you’re lonely & tired of being “strong.”
I believe you when you said NO & when you said you were too afraid to say no.
I believe you when the Dr. didn’t listen to you.
I believe you when you said they talked about your body like it was their business.
I believe you when you had to fight for your life.
I believe you even when you haven’t said a thing, because you don’t know how to or who to trust.
I see you.
I hear you.
I believe you.