Victimization often comes with a whirlwind of emotions: anger, shame, confusion, or numbness.
You don't have to carry this alone. Isolation often makes the feeling of being victimized much worse. I Am Victimized! What Next?
If you are in immediate physical danger or being harassed, your first priority is removing yourself from the situation or seeking protection. Victimization often comes with a whirlwind of emotions:
The transition from "victim" to "survivor" happens when you begin to take small actions that restore your sense of control. I Am Victimized! What Next?
Identify what you will no longer tolerate and communicate those boundaries clearly (if safe to do so).