Feeling Alone
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After being raped by a fellow service member I was emotionally abused. I was victim blamed, shamed and told that I was nothing. I turned to writing my feelings down in a journal. You can find my journal entries in my book, The Boulders in My Life That Shaped My Journey and, in my book, The Journey Back to Myself: A Book of Healing Poetry, Second Edition.
Experience the raw emotions of Navy Veteran and Sound Alchemist Julie Jewels Smoot through her powerful poem about the pain of victim blaming, shaming, and emotional abuse. In "Feeling Alone," Smoot shares her personal journey of healing and self-discovery, offering a glimpse into the struggles faced by survivors of abuse. This poignant work is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the impact of trauma and the power of resilience.
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