Don't Be Afraid To Speak Up- Rant
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Before we get started, I would like to introduce to you a new segment.
I would like to hear from you more!
This segment would be called "Share Your Story!"
It's going to be a way for me and you to interact more. You can send me a story, a question, testimony, or even information, you would like to share and it will be uploaded here on the blog.
Just send it in the email theraysdestiny26@gmail.com or through the contact page.
I really can't wait to hear from you.
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As a writer, I somehow keep up or try to keep up with the news, and let me tell you something, this world is becoming more dangerous every day.
You're being assaulted for your gender, your race, your belief, your age, or even just the way you look.
There is so much hate and evil in the world and if you're not strong enough mentally, you would literally be consumed by fear to even step outside of your home or even to go on living.
My prayer for you today, is to not be afraid and to speak up.
If you have been a victim in any way.
Speak Up!
I know you may feel uncomfortable speaking up at times. It's a process, I know. Some things can't be discussed right away because you need to heal first and that is okay.
Don't let no one rush or make you feel bad because you need to heal.
And, when you feel the release to finally speak up, speak up unafraid!
Your Voice Matters!
You deserve to be heard!
You deserve to speak!
Don't let the fear of family, friends, media, authority(police/ college counselor), or even that person or persons keep you from being heard!
It wasn't and will never be your fault for it to happen to you!
You didn't and will never deserve what happened!
And you can speak out against it, regardless of the time that has passed!
If it helps you in healing, then you go ahead and do it!
I am here cheering you on!
And, yes the trauma may have caused you to act out, it may cause you to do some things you aren't too proud of, but that's okay.
Take it to God.
Tell Him what happened, ask Him to help you overcome it.
To heal.
To be confident, strong enough to speak on it and to not let it consume you anymore!
Yes, it will be a part of you forever, but it will not be the thing that defines who you are!
To you, let's start protecting ourselves.
Let's be more aware of our surroundings. More vigilant.
Yes, I know you're angry. I am too. Why don't they work hard to not be predators?
Why don't they try to keep their hands to themselves?
Why can't they just try to accept who I am and respect the word 'no"?
I wish the same, even pray the same, but in the meantime, let's be proactive in protecting ourselves.
Here are some tips I came up with. If there are more you would like to add, drop them in the comments:
-Be more aware of your surroundings. Look around you and see the faces, the clothes they're wearing. The cars around you. The atmosphere.
-Carry some form of weapon that is legal in your country/state/island. Items such as pepper spray, taser, licensed gun. Learn how to defend yourself by taking courses in defense classes or other fighting techniques.
-Avoid making it perfectly clear you are alone. If you live alone, make sure your television is loud and on in two rooms. Act as if you're talking to someone. If you travel alone, make it seem as if someone is meeting you there or you're on the phone.
-Avoid sketchy and unfamiliar places. You know when the environment feels weird to you. Don't ignore the uncomfortableness you feel when you walk into a restaurant or person's home. Get out and Get out now!
-Know your right! Know the law of the state or country you abide in. Know your job rules and regulations. This makes it harder for others to fool you because you know where you stand and your limits.
-Always meet in 'very' public places. If you're meeting new people or selling items or simply going on a date with someone who you may know or just getting to know, meet in places where other people frequent. Walk or exercise in other places where others would be. Don't meet by anyone's house or location where they offer that you are unfamiliar with. Don't get into anyone's car you do not know. Public places are restaurants or malls. Meet in places that have sure access to cameras.
-Practice having your car or house key ready between your fingertips when you're walking to them to avoid scrambling for them.
-Always lock up! Make sure your home and car are secured at night and throughout the day.
-Be responsible for one another. This is something that we are slowly allowing to slip through our morals. Before, recording or simply watching something happen that looks suspicious or wrong, call 911 or do something to help. You may be scared to move on behalf of someone, but call the police and give the location. Do something! Your actions can save someone!
-Lastly, Pray! Pray to God to send forth His angels to guide and protect you from danger seen and unseen ( Check Prayer for Protection for starters).
Remember, to not be afraid! Speak Up!
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