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Sexual Assault How to move forward?

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When I was very young (5) I was assaulted multiple times and I never told anyone until two years ago (18). I also had another incident when I was 18.

I was diagnosed with PTSD and I have made great strides and improvements over this period. I've been very successful and I am proud of myself

but when it comes to intimacy and relationships I honestly still feel so terrified and repulsed at times. Due to this over the years my self-esteem and confidence in my body has taken a really big hit. My therapist is awesome and has helped me so very much though.

I guess maybe this is a impossible ask. But I was wondering if people had felt this way and what were ways that they did to overcome this and create a sense of body positivity? I know there is no rush and this will take baby steps but being able to listen to people who have had similar experiences is something I have lacked in my recovery.

Thank you and take care.
 
Hi Jupiter and welcome. Well done for dealing with this and speaking about it and making good progress. Be really patient with yourself. These things take time. Are you asking about specific things that have helped others with intimacy and feeling better about their bodies? Are you doing trauma processing?
 
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